taly is known as a beautiful, serene yet phenomenal place just like its other counterparts in Europe. Rome is one of Italy’s most popular destinations, but Italy also has famous beaches, breathtaking natural scenery, and rich culture throughout. But Italy is more than a country of pizza, pasta and gondola. It is the home of the popular and crazy festival: Gubbio's Corsa dei Ceri, or The Race of the Candles.
Gubbio is a walled-city residing in the mountain slopes of Ingino, where The Race of the Candles is held. It is celebrated during the 15th day of May on St. Ubaldo’s eve in order to commemorate the commune’s (what the town was called back then) victory against the Gubbio’s enemies. The Race of the Candles is not just simple merry-making where you see people dancing or singing in the streets. Gubbio started to hold the Gubbio's Corsa dei Ceri to celebrate their victory and express their gratitude towards the Bishop Gubbio Ubaldo. Centuries later, the town was made into a city and named after the Bishop.
The Gubbio's Corsa dei Ceri features three enormous candles constructed out of wood. These are mounted by statues of different Saints such as St. Ubaldo, known as the protector of masons, St. Giorgio, recognized as the protector of merchants, and St. Anthony, who is the protector of farmers. What makes The Race of the Candles special is that it remains true to its roots. It has very little alterations since the day it was first held. A crossbow contest is usually held at the Grande Piazza to mark the beginning of the festival.
The Race of the Candles festival is joined by several groups of young men carrying the “ceris” (candles) and the statues of the Saints. These men are also called “Ceriolas”. The streets of Gubbio are winding and narrow, thus making the procession more exciting; and the crowd of people will eventually thicken, making the trail harder to walk by. The goal is to have any of these groups reach the Basilica of St. Ubaldo first. However, skills and effort are also used to determine the real winner. Truly a thrilling experience, The Race of the Candles festival is best for adventurous individuals.
taly is known as a beautiful, serene yet phenomenal place just like its other counterparts in Europe. Rome is one of Italy’s most popular destinations, but Italy also has famous beaches, breathtaking natural scenery, and rich culture throughout. But Italy is more than a country of pizza, pasta and gondola. It is the home of the popular and crazy festival: Gubbio's Corsa dei Ceri, or The Race of the Candles.
Gubbio is a walled-city residing in the mountain slopes of Ingino, where The Race of the Candles is held. It is celebrated during the 15th day of May on St. Ubaldo’s eve in order to commemorate the commune’s (what the town was called back then) victory against the Gubbio’s enemies. The Race of the Candles is not just simple merry-making where you see people dancing or singing in the streets. Gubbio started to hold the Gubbio's Corsa dei Ceri to celebrate their victory and express their gratitude towards the Bishop Gubbio Ubaldo. Centuries later, the town was made into a city and named after the Bishop.
The Gubbio's Corsa dei Ceri features three enormous candles constructed out of wood. These are mounted by statues of different Saints such as St. Ubaldo, known as the protector of masons, St. Giorgio, recognized as the protector of merchants, and St. Anthony, who is the protector of farmers. What makes The Race of the Candles special is that it remains true to its roots. It has very little alterations since the day it was first held. A crossbow contest is usually held at the Grande Piazza to mark the beginning of the festival.
The Race of the Candles festival is joined by several groups of young men carrying the “ceris” (candles) and the statues of the Saints. These men are also called “Ceriolas”. The streets of Gubbio are winding and narrow, thus making the procession more exciting; and the crowd of people will eventually thicken, making the trail harder to walk by. The goal is to have any of these groups reach the Basilica of St. Ubaldo first. However, skills and effort are also used to determine the real winner. Truly a thrilling experience, The Race of the Candles festival is best for adventurous individuals.
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