The Republic of San Marino is one of the most interesting places on this planet. If you like antiquities and historical places, this small country is created especially for you. The very fact that here still live under the Constitution of 1600, speaks of a respectful attitude to history. It is best to get acquainted with the culture and understand the local mentality possible by spending the holidays in San Marino. We will tell you about the most colorful, large-scale and interesting events for tourists.
Days of the Middle Ages
Among all the holidays of San Marino, the days of the Middle Ages stand apart. These days the whole city seems to be transformed and serves as a decoration for staging different periods of medieval life.
During the last decade, the Days of the Middle Ages are arranged every year, in July. At this time carnival processions pass here, and the city itself resembles a huge theater in the open air: in traditional ancient costumes knights and bearers march; under the fanfare and drumbeat jugglers and acrobats perform dangerous tricks; Here actors show performances and miniatures. Residents of the city do not stand aside and take an active part in the action: they dress up in old-fashioned costumes, compete in shooting from crossbows, participate in games and contests.
Do not stay away and restaurants: these days here they prepare only dishes of knighthood, the recipes of which were found in old books and other historical sources. The dishes are served in earthenware. In the local market, everything is transformed and becomes old. These days you can buy different utensils in the style of 14-17 centuries and, if desired, get a master class on medieval crafts. Most often, the festival takes place at the end of June and lasts three days in a row.
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Memorial Day of the Republic
Memorial Day of the Republic is one of the most important holidays for local residents. It is celebrated on the third of September and begins with the march of the crossbowmen. Then the action is transferred to the old amphitheater, where they show how well mastered the art of shooting from the crossbow. Usually this happens in the environment of a huge number of spectators, both tourists and local people. Local people try to dress very smartly on such a holiday, and crossbowmen and captain regents wear traditional medieval clothes.
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Day of the inauguration of captain regents
The inauguration of captain regents, which occurs twice a year, is very interesting and, in essence, an ancient ceremony. It all begins early in the morning, when the city is announced with drum beats and the sounds of a brass band. At this time, dressed in colorful coats, remaining indifferent to the thousands of curious eyes, along the street Antonio-Orafo march soldiers with carbines and rifles in their hands. All weapons are a sample of the 19th century. When the company reaches the palace of Valloni, new captains-regents come out from there in black silk suits and velvet capes. After the ceremony captains-regents go to their office, and the parade concludes with a festive service in the local cathedral.
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Other Holidays
In San Marino , of course, celebrate not only these holidays, there are many more. In particular, the anniversary of the People's Assembly of Arengo is celebrated on March 25, the Day of Liberation of the Republic - on February 5 and the Day of the Fall of Fascism - on July 28.
Particular attention is paid to the traditional Catholic church holidays, for example, such as Easter and Christmas. These days, traditional food is prepared in each family, songs are sung, people dance and have fun. This fun always flows to the city streets: they recite poetry, arrange theater performances and do everything to ensure that neither tourists nor locals are bored. After spending the holidays in San Marino, you will be pleasantly surprised!
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