The May 24that 8.30pm, the appointment is at Porta Baresana where the painting will be unveiled, set up by the Abbondanza Brothers, which recalls the miracle that occurred 290 years ago, on 26 May 1734, when the Virgin prevented General Montemar, with his Spanish army, from putting iron and fire Bitonto: “Do not insult this city, because it is the apple of my eye and the citizens are my children!”, said the Immaculate Conception appearing to the victorious leader over the Austrian enemies. After this traditional moment there will be the switching on of the lights, organized by the Starluce company.
At 9pmin Porta Baresana, the devotional journey in the historic center will begin: the event, organized by the Patronal Festivals Committee, the “Le Strade dei Fiori” association and the families of the village, will give the opportunity to those who wish to participate, in a free, to walk through the most evocative streets of the center and discover the many Marian altars set up by the resident families.
Among the streets affected are also the streets that fall within the “My street in bloom” project. This is the itinerary: vico Spoto, via Vincenzo Rogadeo, via San Luca, Corte Auricarecta, Tito Berni Canane arch, Val Carceri courtyard, Pietrogianni arch, Largo Sallustio – via de Tauris, via Sant’Andrea, Porta Robustina wall, Lucertola courtyard , conclusion at Porta Baresana.
The atmosphere will be enriched by musical entertainment, curated by Michele Tarantino’s Bassa Banda and by the folk group “Re Banbanèlle”, directed by Tina Masciale. Those present will be able to appreciate the performance of popular Marian songs from Southern Italy, creating a tangible link between history, culture and faith.
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