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Deserted Albanian Village Tries to Keep Ancient Carnival Alive
Centuries later, local inhabitants are trying hard to protect those traditions following a different type of epidemic: mass emigration and population collapse.
The carnival summons home those that emigrated years ago for three days of festivities. Photo:Nensi Bogdani.
Restoration of Greek island church wins Europa Nostra heritage award
The restoration of an 8th or 9th century Byzantine church on the Aegean island of Naxos is one of 29 recipients of the European Union's prestigious Europa Nostra cultural heritage awards for 2018.