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Colors of Modena - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
Modena attracts travelers not only with interesting historical attractions, but also with beautiful holidays celebrated during the year. The most colorful and most beautiful holiday is a traditional carnival held before the Lent. The noisy carnival has an interesting symbol - the traditional mask, Sandrone, that is the main part of local people’s carnival costumes. During the carnival, colorful parades take place. Local folk bands participate in them.
The best destination to start the exploration of the landmarks of Modena is the Palazzo dei Musei. The museum tells it visitors about the most significant events of the city history. The … 
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The main sightseeing platform of the city of Modena – the Ghirlandina tower – will be of great interest to active leisure enthusiasts and original events fans. The bird’s eye … Open
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The main condition for participating in such processions is a beautiful costume in the historic style so many locals sew outfits themselves. The guests of the festival can visit interesting historical tournaments, festive balls, and theatrical performances staged in city squares. During the fest, an amazing fair is opened in the historic center of Modena. Here, you can buy the best regional products, local masters’ handicrafts, and pieces of art.
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During the festival, special outdoor restaurants are open in the city. In the evenings, visitors can have romantic candlelight dinner. During daytime, you can visit fairs and market stalls where local wineries and farms offer their best products. Also, the guests of the festival have an opportunity to take exciting tours. They can visit famous wineries, walk along beautiful vineyards, and get acquainted with all the charms of farm life.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Modena and surroundings
Reference information
Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Modena
♥ Basilica Cattedrale di S. Maria Assunta e S. Geminiano, Modena, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica di S. Pietro, Modena, 0.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica Abbaziale di San Silvestro I Papa, Nonantola, 10.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica di Beata Vergine del Castello, Fiorano Modenese, 14.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica Cattedrale di S. Maria Assunta, Carpi, 15.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cattedrale di Beata Vergine Assunta, Reggio Emilia, 24.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica di S. Biagio, Cento, 30.3 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Modena
♥ Castle 'Vignola Castle' Vignola, 20.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Rocca Estense' San Felice sul Panaro, 27.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Rocca' Cento, 30.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Galeazza' Crevalcore, 32.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bianello Castle' Quattro Castella, 36 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello delle Rocche – Finale Emilia' , 36.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Canossa Castle' Canossa, 37.7 km from the center. On the map
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Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Modena. Learn the best periods to visit Modena to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Modena.
