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Venice celebrates Carnival with medieval-style costumes, masks and floats

The festivities began late on Saturday evening as a boat with the unicorn statue and dancing performers floated through the central Grand Canal. On Sunday, Carnival performers streamed through the city's canals on ornate boats and gondolas.

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Hundreds of thousands of guests flock to the northern Italian city from all over the world for the festivities, which last until February 21.