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Vibrant Traditions and Culinary Delights of Cisternino, Apulia

Dive into the cultural richness of Cisternino, Apulia, with its vibrant festivals, traditional dances, and mouthwatering dishes. From the lively music festivals to the age-old customs, explore the essence of this charming town where folklore and flavors blend harmoniously. Indulge in the local delicacies, immerse yourself in festive processions, and witness the passion of the renowned Pizzica dance. Experience the warmth of the community through annual celebrations and savor the authentic culinary offerings that reflect the heart of Apulian gastronomy.

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Vibrant Traditions and Culinary Delights of Cisternino, Apulia

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  1. Cisterninohasgot a lotofcustoms and traditionswhich are typicalofmanyplaces in Apulia.

  2. The most common are the patronsaints’ , the countryside and the musicfestivals. Manyofthesecelebrationshappen in summerwhen the weatheris fine and oneof the mainfeaturesisthat the townisfloodlit.

  3. Mary Help ofChristians Festival held on the 24th of May St. Quirico and Giulitta PatronsaintsofCisternino Festival held in the first week of August

  4. Saint Lucy's day: December the 13th • Celebrations:In the town centre: • A religious procession and concerts • Food and merchandise stalls In the countryside : • Big bonfire • Eating roasted potatoes on the charcoal fire

  5. International festival of musical bands Held in July

  6. Festival ofdifferentkindsofmusic

  7. Countrysidefestivalsto taste some ofourtypicaldishes

  8. We can’t forget the old folk dances And the “pizzica” whichis the mostfamousApulian dance

  9. Pizzica According to the tradition the people who are dancing look like they’ ve been bitten by a poisonous spider which makes them never stop dancing. The instruments used to play this kind of music are the accordion and the “tamburrello” (a small handy drum)

  10. On EasterMondaythere’s the traditionto go to a Sanctuary: “the Madonna ofIbernia” topropitiatefertilitytoyoungbrides. In thatoccasionthey take a specialcaketobeblessed and latereaten…

  11. "u churrüchele" Itis shaped like a purse with two boiled eggs for the kids, and like a doll with a boiled egg for girls.

  12. Othertraditional dishes Green peppers Tomatosalad Broad bean purée withvarious side dishes Grapes Fried yellow peppers and tomatoes

  13. seasonedwithvarioussauces and vegetables Orecchiette

  14. rice, potatoes and mussels mussels Stuffedmussels Rowmussels and rowseafood

  15. Roastedmeat

  16. Dairyproducts

  17. Friedpazerotti Focaccia withonions Focaccia withham Focaccia withtomatoes and olives

  18. Enjoy and taste ourregion

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