(The girls didn’t want to go because it was drizzling.) La festa di Santa Rosa è il più importante evento della città di Viterbo, famoso in tutto il mondo e commentato ogni anno da telegiornali e social network. Then, I learned that Bena doesn’t like pizza! He explained the entire history of the Palazzo to me in Italian as I pretended to understand every word by responding “si”. At the age of seven, she had already lived the life of a recluse, devoting herself to penances. I really, really love it here. I am glad that Massimo is teaching you more advanced techniques in photography. I wish I could have one slice of your pizza. Your email address will not be published. For suggestions send an email to info@fancyitaly.com. 00. seconds. Other than the weather, I have encountered a few surprises in Italy. The author is not responsible for what is published by readers in the comments on each post. ( Log Out / Leave a Reply Cancel reply. We walked around the entire city which is surrounded by a single stone wall. I’m starting to wonder if they are really Italian! Today was the first official day of the Festa di Santa Rosa, the patron saint of Viterbo. It stopped for the night at the church near our house, but as tradition goes the Facchini must run with the Macchina up the hill to the church! ( Log Out / Your email address will not be published. Vino E Cibo / Festa Del'Estate Summer Festival; Vino E Cibo / Festa Del'Estate Summer Festival Simi Winery . (Well actually I woke up to Bena blasting Taylor Swift in the living room) Unfortunately, the rain has affected the festa. One of the most famous sites that we saw was Palazzo dei Papi (Papal Palace). Most people would think there is always beautiful weather in Italy….unfortunately it is not true. Festa di Santa Rosa. Here’s what Wikipedia has to say: Born of poor and pious parents, Rose was remarkable for holiness and for her miraculous powers from her earliest years. He showed me how to use the manual setting on my camera to make the water in fountains, and the lights at night look more “soft”. The “Macchina” is taller than all of the buildings (about 100 ft), and weighs 11,023 pounds! She was only 17 when she died, in 1252. Tonight, 100 little boys (5-12 year olds mostly) carry a “miniature” of the macchina, which is still as big as a one story house-ish and has candles all over it. Loving the pictures and stories, keep up the great work! Last night was the main event of the Festa di Santa Rosa. The culinary treats of Santa Rosa’s Michelin-Starred restaurant, Il Refetorio, are as unique as the monastery itself. Change ). Since I have arrived there has been rain everyday. Backstory: the biggest event of the Festa is this Friday, when 100 men carry a five story building (macchina) through town honoring Santa Rosa. To top off a spectacular night, we watched fireworks from the rooftop as we shivered underneath our blankets in the 60 degree sumer weather. 00. minutes. (He takes beautiful photographs on his camera and edits them to put onto his personal photography website.) The previously overcrowded sidewalks became deserted as everyone followed closely behind the Macchina. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Another great entry. July 18. After, we all went out on the town. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. ( Log Out / Next Event. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. Since I have arrived there has been rain everyday. We went to a place that was highly recommended by the SWJ and it was a total bust. I guess I will never know what that actually meant! You can also subscribe without commenting. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. ( Log Out / You will never find so many people anywhere in this small town on a Tuesday night. First, I’ll tell you she’s a really cool figure. After the Macchina passed by us, everyone around us jumped out of their seats and ran after it. Your email address will not be published. Most people would think there is always beautiful weather in Italy….unfortunately it is not true. Category Lazio. I had pizza today too. Festa Di Santa Rosa + Add to Google Calendar + iCal export; 00. days. 00. hours. Gallery Posted on September 4, 2012 by odesantis96. Our distinguished Executive Chef Christoph Bob has created an innovative Mediterranean gastronomic experience for the most discerning palate with the freshest ingredients from the surrounding Campania region. (Which was then followed by porchetta, salad, brownies and cake!) It’s huge and gorgeous. Two years ago one Facchini was killed, and last year the Macchina caught on fire, so it is obvious that the Facchini have a very dangerous yet admirable job. It sounds like your family is big into giant brownie cakes. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. Comments deemed offensive or detrimental to the image or good repute of third parties, of a spam, racist nature or which contains personal data that do not comply with the privacy rules will be deleted. The author of the blog is not responsible for the sites connected via links nor for their contents which may be subject to changes over time. Festa Di San Gennaro – Napoli; Date 19 Sep 2021; Time All Day; Share this event. 6:00 pm . This gives us a great idea of what the Festa di Santa Rosa is like. The Carlucci’s and I watched the Macchina from the street with three other host families and SYA students. From what you say, we could never have a celebration like that here in the US: it sounds like a long collection of hazards and safety violations. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. So naturally I was thrilled when my host mom made pasta for lunch one day. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. ( Log Out / If you continue to use this site or you click on the OK button we will assume that you are happy with it. In one word it was INCREDIBLE! ( Log Out / (I used my new knowledge to take some pictures of the Macchina at night). ( Log Out / On Sunday, since the “cortea”was cancelled, Massimo (my host father) took me on a tour of Viterbo. This afternoon, a parade came through the center of town of baton twirlers, marching bands, and lots of people dressed in silly medieval costumes. Make sure you take notes so you can teach me when you get back. Here's what Wikipedia has to say: Born of poor and pious parents, Rose was remarkable for holiness and for her… Date 03 Sep 2021. Lastly, my most recent discovery is that the Carlucci’s are not huge fans of gelato! When but three years old, she raised to life her maternal aunt. Change ), Blog at WordPress.com.RSS 2.0Comments RSS 2.0, More About Food (Because It’s Half the Experience), Torino, Thanksgiving, Marco, & Angelo’s Birthday. The URI to TrackBack this entry is: https://viterbo.wordpress.com/2009/09/01/festa-di-santa-rosa-day-1/trackback/. Every year on September third, Viterbese men dressed all in white called “Facchini” carry the “Macchina di Santa Rosa” through the streets of Viterbo. G, Olive give me some of your food!!!! But I miss everyone back home! They wear the same silly costume as the men, which is adorable. That is why Italians are more relaxed about their lives. ( Log Out / It is made of iron, wood and paper mache and then covered with hundreds of lit candles (not the safest combination of materials). To begin with, I discovered that Agne is the SOLE person in Italy who hates pasta! It was great! Today was the first official day of the Festa di Santa Rosa, the patron saint of Viterbo. Recommended on Daily News Advertisement If you happen to be in Rome on the third day of September, catch the train to Viterbo for the Festa di Santa Rosa, the festival of the city’s patron saint.Thousands flock to see one hundred facchini, or strongmen, carry a 90-foot tall, four-ton macchina – an obelisk-shaped statue – of the Santa Rosa through the winding streets of the city. But the big event of the day was tonight. But she’s big around here because she rallied the people of Viterbo against the oppressive Emperor Frederick II. I have no problem with this because the pizza here is sooooooo much better than in America. The Carlucci’s and I said goodbye to our friends and walked back to our house to see the Macchina from the rooftop. Before the Facchini begin the march through town, they pray at five churches in Viterbo and pronounce their “last rights” in case they are killed while carrying the Macchina. Usually there is just a sprinkling for about an hour, but today I woke up to pouring rain! Disregarding this fact, we have eaten PLENTY of pizza; we had it for dinner two nights ago, lunch yesterday, dinner yesterday, and they even offered me pizza bianca for breakfast this morning! If their government stopped spending all that money, and cancelled the two zillion entitlement programs that they have established over the years it would be a great country to live in. Required fields are marked *. Since Massimo hardly knows any english we walked in silence most of the time while he pointed at churches and the typical homes of Viterbo. Usually there is just a sprinkling for about an hour, but today I woke up to pouring rain! They build a new one every year. Two days ago, Agne was supposed to be part of the “cortea” but it was canceled due to the rain. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Festa di Santa Rosalia, 18th Ave. between 68th St. and Bay Ridge Parkway, Aug. 22 through Sept. 1, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. daily. Love you. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Location Viterbo. I was taking many pictures with the camera that my dad leant me and Massimo seemed very interested. First, I'll tell you she's a really cool figure. 9 Fourth Street Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (707) 577-8674 (800) 404-7673. Nel nostro blog abbiamo parlato di molte feste, come il Full Moon Party a Koh Phangan, Capodanno Cinese , il Carnevale di Rio o la Festa … 16275 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg, CA, 95448 ... Visit Santa Rosa. She was only 17 when she died, in 1252. Her health succumbed, but she was reputed to have been cured by the Blessed Virgin Mary.
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