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Cooking is an important part of national culture. During the year Calabria hosts over twenty interesting holidays devoted to culinary topics. Many cities and regions of Calabria specialize in growing certain fruits and vegetables; it is safe to say that each representative of vegetable and fruit crops have its holiday.
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Sagra delle Range or the Festival of oranges is held in the sunny town of Trebisacce; it’s a very bright and symbolic holiday full of fun and unusual entertainment. Montegiordano is famous for its peas and beans grown on local fields; these vegetable crops also have their special holiday. Strawberry lovers are recommended to visit Acconia. There, a colorful strawberry festival, during which travelers could try the most incredible desserts of strawberries, is held in June.
Besides delicious fruits and vegetables, the region is renowned for high-quality dairy products and there are several important events devoted to them. In June, Mammolo hosts the Festival of smoked ricotta; it will appeal to all cheese lovers and gourmets who are fond of interesting culinary discoveries. There are more ambitious festivals that attract large numbers of foreign visitors to Calabria. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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These include the cultural festival of farm goods that takes place in July in the town of Monterosso Calabro. During the holiday, locals jury their best products; it is considered very honorable to win the contest. This festival isn’t limited to culinary events only; guests have an opportunity to appreciate the beauty of indigenous traditions.
In a crowded cultural calendar of Calabria there is a place for the beer festival; it is held annually at Marina di Gioiosa. Festival guests will find a huge selection of varieties of the drink, plenty of refreshments and an amazing entertainment program. The compulsory part of the celebration is an exciting competition, in which everyone can show his love and devotion to beer. This is only a small part of the most interesting national holidays that would be interesting for travelers.
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Calabria
♥   Basilica Cattedrale di Maria SS. Assunta in Cielo, Reggio di Calabria, 1.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilica della Madre della Consolazione, Reggio di Calabria, 1.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilica-Santuario del Sacro Cuore di Gesù e di S. Antonio, Messina, 11.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilica Cattedrale di S. Maria SS. Assunta, Messina, 12 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Concattedrale Archimandritato del Santissimo Salvatore, Messina, 12.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Abbazia S. Maria di Polsi, Polsi di San Luca, 27.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilica della Madonna dei Poveri, Seminara, 31.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all castles
Survived castles around Calabria
♥   Castle 'Castle of Sant’Aniceto' Motta San Giovanni, 11 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Altafiumara Fort' Villa San Giovanni, 14.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Ruffo Castle of Scilla' Scilla, 16.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Ruffo Castle of Amendolea' Amendolea, 25.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castello di Milazzo' Milazzo, 38.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castello di Villagonia' Taormina, 43.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castello di Schisò' Giardini Naxos, 46.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Unique landmarks in Calabria and around

Teatro Greco Antico di Taormina

From the series “Ancient Amphitheaters and Arenas, That Are Still Operational”
Check on the map:   Distance from Calabria center - 42.8 km.
The Italian town of Taormina has also its own unique antique symbol - a beautiful amphitheater that recalls the culture and traditions of the past. According to researchers, the construction of the theater took place in the 2nd century BC. For the erection of the arena local residents had to do a tremendous job. They have leveled a huge mountain, having moved more than 100000 cubic meters of limestone for this purpose. … Read further
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Traditions and festivals in cities around Calabria

Messina
Another symbolic holiday for Messina is called the “Procession of the Giants” and the history of its emergence is associated with a beautiful legend. According to ancient legends, the city was founded thousands of years ago by giants. The townspeople continue to believe this legend for many years. They organize a celebration in honor of mythical characters every year ... Open »
Lipari Island
Locals are quite religious and superstitious people. Here are celebrated such holidays as Easter, Christmas and the Day of Saint Bartholomew. People are superstitious here and they celebrate semi-pagan carnival. One more interesting thing is their love for cats. You can find cats everywhere on the streets and play with them. There are humorous writings on the streets of ... Open »
Catania
The culture of local people is very interesting and original. It is based on centuries-old traditions and customs, which are widely known and cherished in absolutely every family. The succession of generations is the key that lies in the heart of family relationships. Young people respect the elders and always ask them for advice. Many families live in large homes. Sometimes ... Open »
Salina Island
One of the main Italian characteristics is their clan system. Many of the local shops have been owned by the same family for generations. Local residents marry late and live with their parents up to thirty. Moreover, even when they have created their own family, they never forget about parents. Sometimes, women on Salina joke, that even if a local macho gets married, the ... Open »
Sicily
Cultural traditions of Sicily represent a unique phenomenon, which has found expression in the most interesting folk festivals and customs. During the year, the island celebrates a variety of festivals dedicated to numerous saints and the patron of the city. Locals also honor important historical events and organize interesting secular celebrations. A true symbol of the island ... Open »
Palermo
The most significant and remarkable event in the cultural life of Palermo city is the World Festival on the Beach attracting more and more foreign guests year after year. The festival is held in late May. A major part of the entertaining events of the festival takes place on the territory of a scenic beach named Mondello. An essential part of the festival is a range of sporting ... Open »
Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Calabria. Learn the best periods to visit Calabria to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Calabria.
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