Iberian Museum of Masks and Costumes
O Museu Ibérico da Máscara e do Traje
Fee required
A museum in Bragança, Portugal, showcasing a striking collection of traditional handmade masks and costumes used for winter and carnival festivals in northeastern Portugal and the Zamora district of Spain.

📜 Museum in Bragança, Portugal, showcasing traditional masks and costumes.
🔍 Focuses on winter and carnival festivities from Portugal and Spain.

Why Go

🎭 Explore unique cultural traditions and folk art
👁️ See fascinating, sometimes terrifying, handmade masks
📚 Gain insights into rural communities and their rituals
🌍 Discover ancient pagan-based origins of festivals

Why Avoid

💰 Cash only venue

Tips

📍 Located within the ancient castle walls of Bragança
🗓️ Consider visiting during winter or spring festivals for a richer experience

Cost

💰 Adults 1,21€, discounts for children.

Hours

🕒 Tuesday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. for lunch). Closed Mondays and some public holidays.

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