Abruzzo culture:
The beautiful region of Abruzzo, which is located in central Italy, is one of the least populated of all the Italian regions, but it is definitely one of the best kept secrets in Italy. It is surrounded by the Lazio region to the west, the Marche region to the north, the Molise region to the south, and the Adriatic Sea to the east. Abruzzo consists of four provinces: Chieti, L'Aquila, which is the regional capital, Pescara, and Teramo.
Abruzzo, which is often referred to as the green region of Europe due in part to its National Parks, consists of many mountains and hills, most notable is the Apennine Range. This makes the region a great setting for skiersand campers. Let's not forget that to the east lies the Adriatic Sea and a coastline filled with sandy golden beaches and resorts. What's not to love about this region. It has a little bit of everything. It makes you wonder how this region could possibly be kept such a secret.
There is much to learn about this strong and gentle land. From the National Parks to the various traditions & customs. This guide will help you uncover all the charm and beauty that this region has to offer.

Stone, wood, iron and gold There are the natural raw materials skilfully worked to obtain small masterpieces for everyday use. This is handicraft. Everywhere in Abruzzo nature has generously given its resources to those who love and respect it. The local craftsmen have learned from nature to shape and to work raw materials to create art and crafts. Not by chance are the Majolicas of Castelli famous all over the world, or that of wrought iron of Guardiagrele is to be boasted of by the hole region, while the confetti of Sulmona (sugar-coated almonds) accompany the happiest moments of our lives: weddings, christenings, communions. There is a myriad of small villages where the artisans production is remarkable: the wood carvings at Pretoro and Castel del Monte, the ceramics at Rapino, the blankets and carpets at Taranta Peligna, the golden filagree and the "tombolo" lace at Pescocostanzo and in Scanno: activities still alive after many centuries have always been a source of wealth for this land of hard workers and diligent craftsmen

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