The Burgundian carnival is the variant that is traditionally celebrated in most towns in North Brabant, Gelderland (Land of Maas and Waal, Bommelerwaard), and Catholic Zeelandic Flanders, as well as a number of towns in Zuid-Beveland. Its origins can be traced back to the wealthy cities of the Duchy of Brabant and the County of Flanders during the Burgundian Netherlands period. The original idea behind the Burgundian carnival was that of a costumed feast where people made fun of each other. Due to the great poverty that existed in Brabant from the end of the Eighty Years' War until after World War II, the traditional festival is characterized by (apparently) simple costumes, of which the famous blue farmer's smock with a handkerchief is perhaps the most iconic. Town names It is customary for cities with a Burgundian carnival tradition to change their name during the carnival. Some examples include: Kielegat for Breda, Kruikenstad for Tilburg, Krabbegat for Bergen op Zoom, Kaaiendonk for Oosterhout, Lampegat for Eindhoven, Oeteldonk for 's-Hertogenbosch, Bokkendonk for Sint-Michielsgestel, Strienestad for Steenbergen, Tullepetaonestad for Roosendaal, Pikpot for Kwadendamme, Mispelgat for Zaltbommel, and Zandhazendurp for Rosmalen. A few towns in eastern Netherlands, based on the Rhenish carnival, also do this; for example, Zwolle = Sassendonk. Carnival Foundation The main events of the carnival (main ball, key transfer, processions) are managed by a single foundation. The foundation selects one prince (and his entourage) from the town or city. Therefore, there is only one prince per town or city, although it is possible that annexed towns may have their own prince. For example, the village of Ginneken, which was annexed by Breda in 1942, still has its own "prince," the baron, and Princenhage and Haagse Beemden also have their own prince. Motto Many, but not all, Burgundian carnivals have an official motto. This is often a well-known saying in the local dialect. In the procession, people can dress up according to the motto and perhaps win a prize. Costumes Traditional costumes consist of old clothes, blue smocks, handkerchiefs, and various accessories. This is particularly prevalent in the west of North Brabant. The Burgundian carnival often takes place indoors in cafes and halls, where it is warmer and therefore the clothing is less thick and consists of fewer layers. To go to and from different party locations, many people wear old jackets to stay warm outside. However, carnival in the west