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Carnival celebrations at a Hungarian retirement home: János Bődey’s best photograph

By The Guardian Culture · 2026-04-08
Carnival celebrations at a Hungarian retirement home: János Bődey’s best photograph
Why it matters: The photograph offers a poignant look into the lives and wisdom of residents at a Hungarian retirement home.
János Bődey captured a heartwarming moment at a Hungarian retirement home's Carnival celebration, featuring 87-year-old Magdolna and 86-year-old Irén dressed as a bride and groom. Their playful costumes offered a glimpse into their perspectives on a happy life, with Magdolna attributing it to "good genes" and Irén advising against borrowing money.

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