Traditions and festivities
25
Dec
Traditional Veronese Christmas desserts
The history of the first Veronese Christmas dessert dates back to the time of the Della Scala, lords of the city of Verona in the 13th and 14th centuries. During the celebrations...
12
Dec
Saint Lucia in Verona, Syracuse, and Sweden.
The feast of Saint Lucia is celebrated differently in Verona, Syracuse and Sweden, although all these traditions have the same saint...
28
Oct
November and its traditions
November has long been known as the "Month of the Dead" because, in the Christian liturgical calendar, this month is entirely dedicated to the deceased. The practice of...
15
Jul
From Feriae Augusti to Ferragosto: the festival of Italian history and culture
Feriae Augusti: the ancient Ferragosto between the Roman Empire and the Church The term Ferragosto derives from the Latin phrase feriae Augusti (rest of Augustus) indicating a holiday established...
06
Jun
Piazza Bra and the birth of the Opera in Arena
the Verona Arena: one of the international temples of opera Piazza Bra is much more than just a square: it is the magnificent open-air foyer...
13
Dec
The legend of Santa Lucia
The legend of Santa Lucia begins with a pilgrimage from Syracuse – her hometown – to Catania, together with her mother Eutichia, to pray at…
29
Jun
The Quirinale and the boat of San Pietro
I Quirinalia e la barca di San Pietro: origini e tradizione Il Quirinale e la barca di San Pietro, che relazione hanno? Ecco spiegato. I…
10
Apr
Holy Week in Verona and Veneto
The feast and its traditions Holy Week in Veneto, Verona and throughout Italy is a period full of celebrations. It is a…
09
Feb
Gnocchi and sweets of the Veronese Carnival
The Veronese Carnival is one of the oldest traditions in Italy, with origins dating back to 1531. It begins immediately after Epiphany and reaches its peak...
22
Nov
December 13, Saint Lucia in Verona
Santa Lucia, the children's party On December 13, Santa Lucia is celebrated in Verona, one of the most important holidays of the year. It's the feast of...
03
Feb
The Carnival in Verona and Gnocchi Friday
Friday Gnocolar is one of the oldest carnivals in Italy, dating back to 1531. Its charm lies in the historical masks, including the Duke of...