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General information
The Catenaccio
Other attraction
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In August Scanno recreates a unique and singular procession called "Il Catenaccio". This is a wedding procession that accompanies the bride to church first and then into the house of the bridegroom. Spouses and guests wearing the costume holiday, relatives and friends are lodged in pairs arranged in the order of relationship, going festive procession is frequently blocked by colored ribbons thesis knows one side of the road. That Scanno is a custom that dates back to Bridal very ancient times, what is most fascinating is the custom of women Scannese. the costume, worn for ceremonial occasions, is dark, usually composed of a wide skirt and bodice decorated by a mantosino silk embroidered hat from the party and, from slippers embroidered cloth. The costumes are put on display jewelry rituals that families pass on from generation to generation. Circeglie are wearing the earrings, filigree, the presentosa, the noose, and the cupid, precious jewels that have become the symbol of the community and craft Scanno.
Location
Scanno
67038
Italy
Abruzzo
41.9032
13.8806
1022.46
Contact
0039 0864.74317
Province of L'Aquila
Additional information
Regional
Good
Cultural tourism