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Skiing in Abruzzo

SNOW INFO

Perhaps not everyone knows that Abruzzo offers more than 500 kilometers of slopes, rings and trails spread over a total of 13 districts where you can practice all types of skiing (alpine, Nordic, hiking, mountaineering) and the trendiest new sports, …

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

TRADITIONS

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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World Snow Day in Lazio and Abruzzo

NATURE

World Snow Day (World Snow Day) is celebrated on Sunday, January 19: not a fixed date, it changes every year because it always falls on the third Sunday in January; established by the FIS-International Ski Federation to celebrate winter and …

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Traveling in the snow: all the rules and tips

SAFETY

LEAVING EQUIPPED IS GOOD, INFORMED IS BETTER In the event of snow or special bad weather situations, Strada dei Parchi recommends traveling on the A24 and A25 highways only after being informed about the actual current weather situations and the …

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The Farchies of Fara Filiorum Petri are rekindled.

EVENTS

A Fara Filiorum Petri(LaFarë in local dialect), a center at the gateway to Majella National Park in the valley of the Foro River, St. Anthony is celebrated in January with “farchie.” At sunset, on January 16 each year, for the …

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St. Anthony’s fires shine between Lazio and Abruzzo

TRADITIONS

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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San Leucio and the dragon of Atessa, a cult of transhumance

TRADITIONS

Saint Leucio is a figure revered in many places in Italy, with a cult that has spread widely through legends and folk traditions. The celebration of Saint Leucio in Atessa on January 11 is particularly significant. According to legend, Saint …

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