Weiberfastnacht marks the beginning of Carnival in Germany's Rhineland, where thousands celebrate with vibrant costumes and joyful parades. This year's motto in Cologne, focused on dreams blooming again, draws from the flower power era, emphasizing a carefree spirit amid global challenges. Christoph Kuckelkorn, president of the festival committee, notes the carnival's role in providing comfort, joy, and community. The tradition has roots in ancient Roman Saturnalia, highlighting a history of role reversal and societal critique, transforming normal life for a brief, celebratory period.
'In difficult times, carnival provides comfort, joy, community and also a little hope,' explains Christoph Kuckelkorn, president of Cologne's Carnival festival committee.
'We want to invite people to immerse themselves in carnival's dream world with us and let themselves drift a little and perhaps will they want to make the real world a little better when they 'wake up.''
'Carnival when dreams bloom again' connects the flower power era's 'peace and love' ethos to a modern reaction to global crises, emphasizing joy and community.
'Cologne has celebrated its Roman roots with Saturnalia festivities for 2,000 years, transforming societal norms as the rich exchanged roles with the poor during the festival.'
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