Foggia. The annual celebration of the Cavalcata degli Angeli all’Incoronata took place in Foggiaa event that unites wedding ring, tradition And culture in a single demonstration from strong impact emotional.
There Ride of the Angels it’s a tradition deeply rooted in the cultural fabric of city Apulian, which dates back to ancient times and which every year involves thousands of devotees and visitors from all over the world. This fascinating event takes place in the context of party religious dedicated to Madonna of the Incoronatapatroness of Foggiawhich is venerated with great devotion And fervor from the community local.
The celebrations they begin at morningwhen the streets of Foggia they fill up with colors, sounds And perfumes typical from the party. Devotees gather at the sanctuary of the Incoronataa majestic church that dominates the city, to participate in the solemn mass in honor of Madonna. The liturgy is characterized by sacred songs, prayers and moments of reflection, during which the faithful unite in a profound act of faith and devotion.
But it is in the afternoon that the Ride of the Angels reaches its climax, when an evocative procession crosses the streets Of Foggiaaccompanied by bands musical, groups folkloristic And faithful clothes with clothes traditional. At the center of the procession stands the figure of the “Angels“, young devotees dressed in clothes whites And wings goldenwho represent the guardian angels of Madonna of the Incoronata.
The procession follows a pre-established route, which leads the participants through the main streets of cityuntil you get to sanctuary of the Incoronata. Along the way, devotees stop occasionally to pay homage to the Madonnasinging hymns religious And praying For grace And protection.
The atmosphere you breathe during the Ride of the Angels And magical And engagingwith the streets adorned by flags colourful, illuminations And decorations floral. The sounds of bells and trumpets mix with the voices of the faithful, creating a unique harmony that pervades the entire city.
But the Ride of the Angels it’s not just a moment of religious devotionbut also an opportunity to celebrate wealth cultural and folkloristics of Puglia. During the processionit is possible to admire traditional dances, performances by folk groups and taste typical culinary delicacies of the region.
Finally, at the end of the processiondevotees arrive at sanctuary of the Incoronatawhere a touching coronation ceremony takes place Madonnafollowed by fireworks displays and celebrations that last until late at night.
There Ride of the Angels to the Incoronata to Foggia it is therefore much more than a simple religious event: it is a unique experience that unites faith, tradition and culture, celebrating the beauty and uniqueness of life in Puglia.
Edited by Giovanna Tambo
Photogallery ph Enzo Maizzi
