Traditions

St. Joseph between Rome and Abruzzo: a journey of flavors and traditions

March 19, the feast of St. Joseph, the putative father of Jesus and patron saint of carpenters, is celebrated with great fervor throughout Italy, and particularly between Rome and Abruzzo, which connect Rome to Abruzzo. A trip along the A24 …

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The Presentosa, symbol and promise of love

The journey through the products and creations of Abruzzo’s handicrafts leads to the discovery of the“Presentosa.” This accessory is a of the most famous pieces of jewelry in Abruzzo’s goldsmithing tradition, is a star-shaped medallion surrounded by filigree arabesques usually …

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St. Blaise and the rite of the “blessing of the throat”

In many Abruzzo towns, February 3 is a characteristic date linked to a religious tradition but also, as is often the case with other holidays, to a culinary tradition. In fact, this day on the calendar marks the feast of …

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The “fanoglie” of Villalago and the cult of St. Dominic

In the small village of Villalago in the Sagittario Valley, St. Dominic is celebrated three times a year: on Jan. 22, the day of his death, on Angel Monday and on Aug. 22. On the anniversary of the monk’s death, …

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St. Anthony’s fires shine between Lazio and Abruzzo

Saint Anthony Abbot is a figure venerated in many regions of Italy. This saint is known as the protector of animals and for his ability to resist demonic temptations, qualities that make him a symbol of strength and endurance. In …

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