Fun and festivities in Italy - celebrations, festivals and cultural events
In Italy, people love holidays, and any: both national and religious. Even a football match can become a real holiday, for this sport the locals have a particularly passionate attitude. The victory of the beloved team results in a grand celebration, in which the whole city is involved. Italians celebrate New Year and Christmas on a big scale. Dozens of holiday festivals and carnivals are held during the preparation, and tourists from different countries come to see it with pleasure. The inhabitants of Italy are very friendly; anyone can join the event chosen according to their taste. The end of Lent, beginning in February and ending in early March, is also marked by carnival parties. Even church holidays in this country turn into an exciting action with disguises and masks.
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On the eve of the Catholic Epiphany in Italy, La Befana is celebrated, the main character of which is Epiphanius, a kind old woman. Upon giving, according to legend she, along with the magi, was to accompany the baby Jesus, but was delayed, and they went without her. Now she is looking for him, going into each house and giving out gifts, hoping to find the baby. The image of Epiphany is rather unfriendly; she wears a pointed hat and flies on a mortar. To make the festival more interesting, acrobats in old-fashioned costumes perform incredible tricks on special ropes. In addition to the masquerade, games and dances are arranged, in which anyone can take part. At the end of the celebration, guests can see the most beautiful fireworks. La Befana is held on the same day as the "Parade of Three Kings" in Spain, on January 5.
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Swimming pool at Hotel Hubertus
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You can experience the unique feeling of free fall while swimming in the pool at the Hubertus Hotel. It is located in South Tyrol. A rather unusual outdoor pool was equipped for guests here. It is located at an altitude of 12 meters. The pool is supported by reliable supports. There is an insert of transparent high-strength glass at the bottom of the pool. You will be able to experience an incredible adrenaline rush thanks to it.
This pool is 25 meters long. Guests can enjoy a wonderful panorama of the mountains while swimming in it. The Hubertus Hotel is very popular for outdoor activities. Fans of skiing visit it in winter. Fans of hiking and mountain biking come here in the summer. The entrance to the outdoor pool is located directly on the roof of the hotel. Only crystal clear water … Read all
This pool is 25 meters long. Guests can enjoy a wonderful panorama of the mountains while swimming in it. The Hubertus Hotel is very popular for outdoor activities. Fans of skiing visit it in winter. Fans of hiking and mountain biking come here in the summer. The entrance to the outdoor pool is located directly on the roof of the hotel. Only crystal clear water … Read all
Museum-Apartment of Gabriele DAnnunzio
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You can visit the apartment-museum of the famous playwright and poet Gabriele D’Annunzio in the Italian city of Pescara. The building where this museum is located was built in the 18th century. The future world-famous poet was born and spent his youth in it. The historic building was declared a national landmark in the early 20th century. The museum was opened there in 1963. The building was badly damaged during the Second World War. But it was fully restored by 1949.
The museum occupies nine rooms of the historic building today. They are located on the first floor. Old furniture and interior items that belonged to the poet's family have been preserved here. There are also many old photos and works of art here. Part of the rooms is reserved for storing an exhibition describing the … Read all
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The museum occupies nine rooms of the historic building today. They are located on the first floor. Old furniture and interior items that belonged to the poet's family have been preserved here. There are also many old photos and works of art here. Part of the rooms is reserved for storing an exhibition describing the … Read all
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