Sicily in Celebration / Sicilia in Festa
A Dual-Language Travel & Festival Guide - English & Italian Side-by-Side
Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of Sicily while learning Italian or English.
This unique bilingual book explores over 90 of Sicily's most unforgettable festivals and sagre (local food festivals). The English text appears on the left-hand page, with the Italian translation on the right, and aligned paragraphs allow easy cross-reference.
Per chi studia inglese o ama la Sicilia:
Questo libro è perfetto per migliorare l'inglese attraverso storie autentiche legate alle tradizioni siciliane.
Con testo parallelo (inglese a sinistra, italiano a destra), è uno strumento utile e coinvolgente.
Esplora oltre 90 feste popolari, eventi religiosi e sagre da Palermo a Taormina, da Catania alle Isole Egadi.
Impara nuovi vocaboli, scopri la grammatica in contesto, e lasciati ispirare dalla cultura siciliana.
Whether you're learning Italian or English, you'll discover a powerful, real-world way to build vocabulary, improve fluency, and explore culture through the island's most treasured celebrations.
Festival Highlights Include:Festa di Sant'Agata (Catania) - A moving, three-day celebration of faith and devotion
Infiorata di Noto - Streets become living floral artwork during this dazzling spring tradition
Carnevale di Acireale - Sicily's most spectacular carnival, filled with color, music, and joy
Palio dei Normanni (Piazza Armerina) - Medieval pageantry and knights in full armor
Sagra del Pistacchio (Bronte) - A delicious tribute to Sicily's most prized nut
Explore Sicily's Most Fascinating Towns and Traditions
Travel through historic cities and villages while expanding your language skills. Visit:Palermo - With grand piazzas and layered cultural history
Noto, Ragusa, Scicli, Modica - Baroque treasures filled with celebration
Syracuse - Witness the torch-lit procession of Santa Lucia
Trapani and the Egadi Islands - Where coastal beauty meets festive spirit
Enna - Home to one of Italy's most dramatic Holy Week processions
Erice - A timeless hilltop town steeped in medieval charm
Why This Bilingual Book Is Different
This is more than a guide-it's a learning journey through language and celebration.Dual-language format: English on the left page, Italian on the right, paragraph by paragraph
Over 90 festivals and sagre: A month-by-month calendar of events from major cities to hidden gems
Real cultural immersion: Learn through the stories, customs, and legends of the Sicilian people
Grammar and vocabulary support: Instantly compare sentence structures
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Höhe: 229 mm
Breite: 152 mm
Dicke: 28 mm
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ISBN-13
978-1-966874-06-5 (9781966874065)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Katerina Ferrera is a published author and the founder of Immersion Travel Italy, a company dedicated to creating unforgettable travel experiences in Italy. With over 25 years of exploring Europe, Katerina has developed a deep love for immersing herself in the diverse cultures, traditions, and culinary delights of the places she visits. Fluent in Italian, so she can effortlessly connect with locals and travelers alike, bringing an insider's perspective to her travel writing.Katerina's passion for authentic experiences shines through in her detailed guides and stories, capturing the essence of Italy's vibrant festivals, historic cities, and hidden gems. When she's not exploring new destinations or writing, Katerina enjoys sharing her travel insights and tips with fellow adventurers, inspiring them to delve deeper into the cultural richness of the places they visit.Katerina Ferrera transforms Italian travel into art through her work as a published author and founder of Immersion Travel Italy. Drawing from over 25 years of European exploration, she has mastered the delicate balance of crafting luxury experiences while preserving authentic cultural connections. Her fluency in Italian opens doors to hidden treasures and local stories that most travelers never discover, making her both a cultural bridge and trusted guide.As the architect behind countless memorable journeys, Katerina weaves together centuries-old traditions with contemporary luxury, creating travel experiences that resonate long after the journey ends. Her writing captures not just the grand gestures of Italy's famous festivals and baroque cities, but also the intimate moments - a grandmother's secret pasta recipe, a craftsman's weathered hands shaping olive wood, or the evening ritual of passeggiata in a medieval piazza. Whether she's researching her next guide or leading travelers through sun-drenched Puglian villages, Katerina's mission remains constant: to create Festival Followers, those who include the incredible festivals of Italy into their travels.
