Italians are known for their superstitions and the festive season is a perfect excuse for having a large helping of traditions centred around ancient believes to ensure a prosperous near year. [caption id="attachment_3728" align="alignleft" width="240"] Offida[/caption] [caption id="attachment_3729" align="alignleft" width="242"] Loreto[/caption] [caption id="attachment_3731" align="alignleft" width="225"] Ascoli Piceno[/caption] [caption id="attachment_3730" align="alignleft" width="241"] Light display[/caption] di …
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Christmas in Italy
Italy a magical place at Christmas. Our local town of Ascoli Piceno is known for it's fine Renaissance Travertine Squares. It is a wonderful location for a 'passeggiata' (a stroll) in the afternoon and evenings in the run-up to Christmas. Not only are the shops decorated beautifully but the public buildings and squares are…
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Christmas Nativity at The Retreat
Last night we were invited over to the Preseppi at Porchia near Mont Alto. Debbie and her children took us to the town where they stage a Christmas nativity scene throughout the town with Roman Soldiers, Angels and various scenes depicting Medieval occupations. The lighting and mood was amazing but my digital camera just…
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Happy New Year from The Retreat
TANTI AUGURI We wish all our guests, friends and family a very happy 2017 and hope to see you for the new painting season starting in spring. Don't forget to check out our website: www.paintingholidayitaly.com and our range of exciting new courses for this year. Buon Anno a Tutti!
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