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Real stories, recipes and community life from Italy's Rocky Heart. Independent editorial coverage of Abruzzo since 2007 — culture, food, history, travel and the people who make this region extraordinary.
Cyclone Erminio Red Emergency in Abruzzo
Recommendations Visitors to Abruzzo this week who are driving are advised to check and note: Google Maps before setting off. Comune Fb pages and local websites for information on closures and avalanche threat Drive slowly, you don’t know what you may find in areas, particularly around Vasto, where landslides are still occurring. 9th April The...
The Good Friday Hoods – Why Are They Worn?
The hooded figures of Abruzzo's Good Friday processions: who they are, why they cover their faces, and what the cappuccio really means
Abruzzo’s Changing Landscape: Landslide Risks
Climate change is driving more landslides in Abruzzo. Find out which small areas carry the highest risk and what to check before buying a house here
When is the Last Spring Snow in Abruzzo?
Late snow in Abruzzo is real even in late May. Find out when it stops by altitude, what the science says, & why you should pack a cardigan
Easter in Abruzzo: Traditions and Flavours in a Snapshot
The Most Romantic Spots to Propose in Abruzzo
Mangia Minnesota: A Food Bridge Built on Ancestral Roots
International Migrants Day – Circles of Movement in Abruzzo
Shade or Shadow – Tip to Buying a House in Abruzzo
Tossicia’s Reclining Madonna: A Story of Art and Community
World Mountain Day: Abruzzo’s Peaks & the Calderone’s Legacy