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Colors of Ustica Island - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

The principle of bella figura is significant in Italian culture. It is translated as «the beautiful figure» Italians love to attract attention and they behave theatrically sometimes. You will never meet an official in trainers or a baker in a suit on Ustica. A housewife will never go to a shop in home clothes.
Shopping in Ustica Island - main shopping streets, outlets and boutiques
When planning shopping, remember that most shops close at 7 pm. Don’t forget about siesta, which lasts from one to three o’clock. You won't be able to have shopping on Sunday … Open
Italians have their own perception of life. They live according to the quote «All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players». La passegiata is an important ritual in the life of locals. The embankments of the towns are crowded with nicely dressed people in the evenings. They have small talks, discussing weather and politics.
The Islanders try to behave as masters of life, even if they are not really self-confident. You can meet Italians, who can easily jump the queue. This kind of behaviour often leads to a conflict. However, if you have a quarrel with an Italian, you can just apologize, he will appreciate it. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Guide to Ustica Island sightseeing - things to see and to visit
Ustica is one of the smallest and the most charming islands of Sicily. An area of the island is a little more than 8km2, so it’s very convenient to explore the place on foot. Like many … Open
A holiday on Ustica is necessary for those girls, who want to increase their self-esteem. It is customed here to admire women. It may seem that Italian men have learned to flirt with women. Although, people marry late here. Italians live with their parents up to 30. It is explained by the price of a divorce suit and the importance of family ties. Locals take care even of distant relatives. There is a joke, that Italians become friends with foreigners because they live far away and you don’t have to help them.
The Islanders are sociable people, especially with friends. But they can easily discuss philosophy with a hairdresser or a pizza man. Italians are glad to find new friends, but they will hardly make the first step. So, if you want to become acquainted with an Italian, be ready to tell about yourself. It is known, that Italians are very emotional people, they use a lot of hand movements and raise their voice.
Family holidays with kids in Ustica Island. How to entertain your child, things to show to children.
Ustica is a small island in the Tyrrhenian Sea. Despite the fact, that there are no amusement parks, water parks and cinemas for children on the island, your kid won’t be bored. Ustica … Open
Despite the fact, that almost all of the Ustica citizens are Catholics, they may be superstitious. The evil eye and witchcraft are absolutely real for the locals. Moreover, they celebrate Christmas, Easter, Epiphany and the day of Saint Bartholomew. Italians know how to have fun. There are great festivities during the Carnival. Fans of classical music will definitely like to go to the island in July and visit Musica Manent Festival.
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National traditions of Italy

In Italy, there is a very relaxing rhythm of life. Italians love to get pleasure from everything they do, enjoying every moment. Another interesting point in the life of Italians is the abundance of laws and legislative acts regulating the most unexpected aspects of life. For example, there is a monopoly on salt in the country, and therefore even sea water can be a prohibited product. Dinner in Italy begins rather late, after 8 pm, and is also accompanied by long conversations and communication. Another national tradition is passeggiata, an evening walk. After a day's work and dinner, Italians like to go out into the streets, where they can chat with neighbors and friends. … Open

Traditions and festivals in cities around Ustica Island

Palermo
The brightest summer event of Palermo is considered to be the Verdura festival. Its program will be of great interest to genuine music fans. The festival engages world class musicians, rock stars and legendary jazz players as well as famous bands and dancing groups. For ... Open »
Trapani
Opera fans should come to the city in July. The Summer Opera Festival takes place at Villa Margarita here at this time. Many world celebrities come here at this time. The festival is very famous. It has been held regularly for half a century. The festival has ... Open »
Favignana Island
Although, people marry late here. Italians live with their parents up to 30. It can be explained by two reasons. Firstly, Italians love and indulge their children. People say that the most important woman in the life of an Italian man is the mother but not a wife. ... Open »
Aegadian Islands
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Sicily
The most interesting holiday of February is the Carnival, which is celebrated in Acireale. This colorful and noisy celebration would be interesting for both adults and children. As for less significant and large-scale events, then they are represented by numerous fairs ... Open »
Salina Island
Small streets of Santa Marina are full of nicely-dressed couples, families and single Italians in the evenings. They walk slowly, having small talks and evaluating people. This ritual is a part of an Italian lifestyle and it is called la passegiata. One more Italian ... Open »
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