Venzone's walls and moats were built in the early 1300's, but most of the town was destroyed in the 1976 earthquake. I never would have guessed that walking through town today. The whole area was done in a medieval theme down to the merchants, restaurants, and entertainment.
Outside wall and moat of Venzone.
Emma says the sun was in her eyes, I think she looks grumpy. Despite the pictures, she had a great time and even saw a friend from school.
Here's the flyer you get when you donate to enter. There is no set fee, just whatever you choose.
This was the medieval band that roamed the town all day playing. I love bagpipes (and whatever other odd assortment of medieval music equipment they had going on). There were also fire eaters, jugglers, and other entertainment we missed because we were just too tired to stay ALL day.
Us in the square.
Lizzie HAD to take this picture, yes it is meant to be upside down.
Here was the Zucca court, complete with lip synched songs and a whole Italian ceremony. They even threw pumpkin seeds out to the crowd.
Each area of town had a different standard they flew.
Just another view of town.
I couldn't resist getting a few shots on the way home. The "good" shots I missed because I was too busy gawking!
And I haven't even brought up the food yet. What Italian day is complete without food, good, tasty, and plentiful food? Being the zucca fest, everything today was pumpkin. Pizza, doughnuts, sauteed, pies, liquor, whatever you can imagine and plenty you can't. We had a great time sampling everything and I know it's on my list to go back for next year.
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