The celebrations in honor of Saint Anthony Abbot begin on January 17 with the solemn procession with the image of the saint through the streets of the village of Monte Compatri accompanied by marching band.
It follows the traditional blessing of the animals and the curious masked party and parade of allegorical floats in which children and adults participate.
During the holiday period the traditional illuminations of Monte Compatri are lit for all the streets of the town
The festivities end with the distribution of typical products for all the participants and the evening fireworks show.
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