As part of a special series for 2022, we’re doing a deep visual dive into fascinating Carnival traditions around the world. If spring is nigh, and hordes of people are roaming around in sheep costumes making lots of noise, it’s a safe bet you’ve found yourself at Kurentovanje in Ptuj, in northeastern Slovenia. This annual rite of spring carnival begins 11 days before Ash Wednesday—and if you’re in the area, you’ll know. The core of the carnival consists of groups of Kurenti—folks wearing gigantic sheepskin costumes—going door to door at…
