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Ariano Irpino
Vicoli e Arte
It takes place in one
of the oldest
neighborhoods
in Ariano Irpino, a sort
of "open air museum",
with its narrow
streets, hidden squares
and its cellars carved in
the sandstone.
Artisans will be
showcasing their
skilled and creative
manual work, the
flavors of local
food and music
provide additional
recreation.
Ariano Irpino
The Sante Spine
Some Holy thorns were given to
Ariano Irpino in the thirteenth century by
Carlo D'Angio. Every year, in August, a
historical memory of the event is
organized .
The inhabitants wear medieval clothes and
parade through the town from the castle to
the cathedral, where the holy thorns are
stored.
During the parade various artists,
including fire eaters, jugglers, stilt walkers,
flag parades, falconers, archers and
warriors, take place in the street.
- Since 1502
Ariano Irpino
The lighting of the bell tower
The lighting of the bell tower is the
final event of the the holy thorns
celebration. During a battle
between the people from Ariano and
the invaders, the village
of Ariano Irpino was burned .To
commemorate this event, the
fireworks are placed across the main
square and when they go on, it seems
that the square is engulfed with flames.
Monteleone di puglia
Feast of the patron of Monteleone di Puglia: San Rocco
The "Pasquarella" is a typical
melody sung in Monteleone It
is sung in the streets of the
town center by groups of
people who celebrate on Holy
Friday and Holy Saturday and
announce the end of Lent
Monteleone di puglia
Black pig festival
The black pig has a political and historical significance of great value for our community.
The festival takes place
during the Caciocavallo
patronal festivities in honor
of Maria SS. into Heaven
and St. Rocco.
Cavatelli and celery
A famous dish which is
prepared in Monteleone di
Puglia during the
celebration of its Patron
- Since 1802
Villanova del battista
TRADITIONAL MONUMENTS
Among the most important
monuments of Villanova del
Battista there is: the cannon (war
memorial) and the bell tower of the
mother Church of this country.
Both monuments are of great
importance for citizens for the
events that occurred in the past.
Villanova del battista
RELIGIOUS RITES
The most important ritual is the procession in honor of St.
John the Baptist, the patron of the town. To the Saint are
dedicated a two-day festival:
- June 24th (date of birth)
- August 29th (commemoration of the martyrdom)
The procession starts from the church, and after having
walked along the streets of the town it goes back to the
church. The statue of the saint is carried on the shoulders
of four men, as in the old times. According to the
tradition, in the past they ate home made macaroni at
lunch with chicken meat and wine in abundance. Finally,
in the evening there is a firework show; fireworks of all
shapes and colors.
Villanova del battista
Tradition
The Giglio
Every year at Villanova, there is the
custom of creating the “Giglio”.
A majestic thatched structure, handmade,
30 metres high. The tradition of the
translation has been passed down from the
most ancient times, since 1920. Tradition
says that if it fell during the translation,
the town would suffer a severe misfortune.
In fact, in the year 1979 it fell, and the
following year there was an earthquake
that caused big problems. At the center of
the structure there is the statue of the
Protector and it is pulled by a tractor and
strings are held by young and old people
for its equilibrium.
Villanova del battista
TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE
Until 1930 in our country the wedding was an event
involving all inhabitants. First the young boys were
influenced by their parents in the choice of the future
wife. Home is her family; he used to sent “lu
masciatore” to the woman he wanted to marry and
there was abundant praise of the future groom. If the
embassy had good results for the lover, they would
set the wedding date. The religious wedding was
celebrated on Saturday with a few close friends, who
were invited for the lunch on Saturday which
consisted of codfish and olive oil. The next day, on
Sunday, she wore the wedding dress of the time: a
very fine silk bodice and light-colored pleated skirt
on it. A light silk handkerchief covered he head. After
Mass they went for lunch that lasted till evening. On
Monday, they were still all together for another very
abundant lunch. The following Sunday the guests
gave still honor to the young wife participating to the
grand dining room that concluded the festivities.
Those eight days became unforgettable.
Savignano irpino
Sant’Anna
Sant'Anna is the patron saint of Savignano Irpino.
Is celebrated on July 26th carrying the statue along
the streets of the town.
The festivity of Sant'Anna is a characteristic
moment of aggregation when many emigrants
come back to their native place. It is said that
during the earthquake the vault of the church
collapsed while the chapel of Sant'Anna did not
suffer damager.
Savignano irpino
Castrum Sabinarium
The castle, called "Castrum
Sabinarium", was built between the VI
e VIII century; it probably was a
defensive fortress before being
transformed in the noble mansion
Guevara.
The earthquake of 1732 damaged the
structure. Today, you can admire the
tall and thick walls with arched
windows in the particular local stone.
Savignano irpino
Orecchiette
The festivities in honor of
Sant'Anna endi in August with the
festival of the "orecchiette".
The special feature of the
"orecchiette" is that they are handmade by the women of the little
town who offer them to the saint.
The ingredients are flour, water and
eggs. They are served with tomato
sauce and accompanied by good
wine. In order to celebrate the
unification of Italy it was served
with green and cherry tomatoes to
remember the colours of the Italian
flag.