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1st December
A December ritual: open a door, find something from Abruzzo.
Sometimes a quiz, sometimes a recipe, sometimes a discount, or just a quiet place to explore.
The zampognari are the traditional bagpipe players of Abruzzo and the soundtrack of an Italian Christmas. Their warm, nostalgic melodies once came from shepherds returning from the mountains, and today you’ll still hear them at Abruzzo’s Christmas markets and even in Rome, marking the true start of the festive season.
Test your knowledge of them and their traditions. Take today’s festive quiz and discover the sounds and stories behind this beloved Italian holiday tradition.
