Every summer the main piazza of Sulmona, in Italy, transforms into the Medieval-style arena. Galloping horses enter the decorated piazza, and noble knights representing different neighbourhoods and cities challenge each other in a series of jousts. The old tradition of Sulmona was revived in the mid-1990s. It has become an …
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Matthew Delapp | Vice Consul to Zakynthos & Kefalonia | British Vice Consulate Zakynthos Representing the UK during the Giostra Di Zante events. It was the first time that a UK representatives took part in the Giostra Di Zante events on Zakynthos Island. Mrs Louise Morfis, who …
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COLCHESTER CITY PIPES AND BAND IN ZAKYNTHOS FOR THE FIRST TIME. During the three day event of Giostra Di Zante, we had the pleasure of hosting the team from Colchester, England. It was the first time they visited our island and they were not only impressed by …
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The “Giostra Di Zante” Association will soon be reviving their annual three day event. An event that takes us back in time to the 18th century is held on the long weekend of the Holy Spirit (Friday, Saturday and Sunday). It is a cultural event attended by delegations from all …
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GIOSTRA, ZAKYNTHOS EVENTS SCHEDULE 2022 FRIDAY, JUNE 10, 2022- Solomos Square. Time: 20:00 Raising flags – Proclamation of Giostra Zakynthos 2022 Presentation of delegations. Medievel event with delegations. SATURDAY JUNE 11, 2022 Agios Saranda. Time: 19:30 Parade of groups of children from Giostra The procession will take place along the …
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Giostra di Zante has revived one of our oldest traditions. The Cultural Association ‘Giostra di Zante was founded in 2005. It’s primary aim is the establishment of the revival and representative of Giostra (highly skilled jousting), research, studies on preservation, performance and a display of traditional customs of Zakynthos and …
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