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Sicily more in details...
In this page you will find a list of in-depth articles about Sicilian traditions related to the events and festivities that take place throughout the year.
Live Nativity scenes in Sicily
The living nativity scenes in Sicily are a tradition that has been handed down for centuries and that sees many villages on the island carrying out spectacular historical re-enactments of the Holy Nativity recreating the magical atmosphere of ancient Bethlehem.
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Christmas Markets in Sicily
During Christmas days, in Sicily, a number of Sicilian villages set up traditional Christmas markets, often accompanied by other events such as exhibitions of handcrafted nativity scenes and Santa Claus villages for the little ones. Christmas therefore becomes an opportunity to discover traditional objects and now lost crafts.
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Artistic cribs in Sicily
In Sicily the tradition of setting up a nativity scene during the Christmas holidays is very ancient and, over time, great masters in every part of the island have created real own works of art...
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The most beautiful Carnivals in Sicily
The tradition of Carnival in Sicily is deeply felt. We have selected the most beautiful carnivals that will be held in Sicily in 2024. Discover the parades, traditions, customs, food and wine tastings and other scheduled events.
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The most unusual Carnivals in Sicily
In Sicily, Carnival is also an opportunity to revive ancient traditions and recall historical facts with a pinch of irony and lots of joy. We have selected the most unusual, characteristic, traditional and rich in folklore Sicilian carnivals.
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Easter celebrations in Sicily
The Easter is deeply felt in numerous municipalities on the island. Holy Week is full of religious rites but also ancient ceremonies and traditional events that have been handed down for years.
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Opera of the Sicilian Puppets
The "Opera dei pupi" is mainly the theatrical representation realized by mean particular typical Sicilian puppets of Chanson de Roland (Orlando's song) extended in time and space.
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Day of the Dead in Sicily
One of the most heartfelt Sicilian traditions is to remember and celebrate the dead on the 2th of November.
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Feast of San Martino in Sicily
San Martino chestnuts and wine: traditional celebrations and festivals in the days of San Martino summer in Sicily.
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