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Customs and Traditions
The Albanian wedding: 4 days of tradition and celebration
A wedding in Albania is a celebration deeply rooted in centuries-old traditions, rich with symbolism and...
Bullfighting: the ritual of the bull that reflects Spain’s history
Bullfighting in Spain is a tradition that has its roots in ancient Mediterranean practices, where the...
The tradition of bullfighting: history, evolution, and debate
The corrida is one of the most eagerly awaited and controversial spectacles. Deeply rooted in history...
The Cult of Saint Philip and the Pilgrimage of Aidone
In the Sicilian hinterland, among forests, hills and ancient paths, the Cammino di San Filippo is...
Scylla and Charybdis: the myth that still enchants the Strait of Messina
Where Sicily and Calabria almost touch, the Strait of Messina has always inspired stories, legends and...
The hand of Fatima: origins and meaning: myth and spirituality
The hand of Fatima has accompanied the people of the Mediterranean and Middle East for centuries....
4 traditions of Easter: Catholic, Orthodox, Jewish and pagan
An ancient and solemn feast that combines Christian, Jewish and pagan traditions: it is Easter, celebrated...
Ostara, pagan Easter: parallels and traditions in the Mediterranean
Ostara celebrates rebirth during the Spring Equinox: let's explore its cultural roots and its connections with...
Festival of Saint Agatha: the love of a city towards its patron saint
A tradition that involves an entire city: the Festival of Saint Agatha is Catania's great declaration...
Olentzero: the pipe-smoking Basque “Santa Claus”
A pot-bellied coalman with a pipe in his mouth: he is the Olentzero, the "Santa Claus"...
