All You Need To Know About Easter Traditions in Italy

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4Madonna Che Scappa in Piazza Abruzzo Region

Sulmona, in the Abruzzo region, celebrates Easter Sunday with Madonna che scappa in Piazza (Madonna running in the square). On the holiday people dress in green and white—colors of peace, hope, and resurrection—and gather in the main piazza.

The woman playing the Virgin Mary is dressed in black. As she moves to the fountain, doves are released and the woman is suddenly dressed in green. Music and feasting follow.