abruzzese traditions

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

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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Feast of St. Dominic and Serpari procession in Cocullo

  Great anticipation in Cocullo on May 1, 2024, for The Rite of the Serpari in honor of St. Dominic the Abbot. Fascination and religion come together in this rite of very ancient origins that combines faith and curiosity: during …

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Scanno, the photographers’ village and that shot exhibited in New York

In addition to being one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, famous for its typical female costumes, the town of Scanno is also known for being the subject of study among the most important photographers of the 20th century. …

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