One of the most important events taking place in Puglia this month, is the “Focara di Novoli”, The Festival of Fire in Novoli in the province of Lecce. This traditional event is dedicated to the memory of St. Antonio Abate, the Patron Saint and protector of Novoli. This religious and traditional event has its origin in the pre-Cristian era.
One of the most important events taking place in Puglia this month, is the “Focara di Novoli”, The Festival of Fire in Novoli in the province of Lecce. This traditional event is dedicated to the memory of St. Antonio Abate, the Patron Saint and protector of Novoli. This religious and traditional event has its origin in the pre-Cristian era.