Lole Parade in Romania

A man dressed in a bear costume is helped to a drink during the Lole Parade, a traditional German event dating back to the 17th century, in the Transylvanian town of Agnita, 312 km (194 miles) northwest of Bucharest Feb 13, 2011. The carnival is organised by Sibiu and Agnita townhalls and several NGOs in an attempt to revitalize the traditions of the Middle Ages trades. [Photo/Agencies]

A woman performs during the Lole Parade, a traditional German event dating back to the 17th century, in the Transylvanian town of Agnita, 312 km (194 miles) northwest of Bucharest Feb 13, 2011. The carnival is organised by Sibiu and Agnita townhalls and several NGOs in an attempt to revitalize the traditions of the Middle Ages trades. [Photo/Agencies]