The Mamoiada Masks Museum showcases the masks and myths of an age old ritual that is performed annually in the center of the island. Mamuthones, disguised by black wooden masks and dressed in dark sheepskins with 60 pounds of cowbells attached to their backs, march through Mamoiada. They are led by Issahadores, dressed in bright red cloaks and white masks. Each year, from January to Shrove Tuesday, the practice is carried out by the shepherds and farmers of the area in the hopes of influencing the agrarian year by warding off evil spirits. The international MaMu Mask festival is held at the end of June each year.

Piazza Europa, 15, 08024 Mamoiada NU, Phone: +39-07-84-56-90-18

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