Abruzzo Day 5. 20th April
You will be surprised. These flowers and decorations are made of almonds coated with sugar. We were told by our Italian guide that they are a speciality of Sulmona and people who come here cannot depart without buying some – we did. Today they are also exported to the USA so you, Americans, watch out for them and try them. The traditional confetti used to be simple and white coated but nowadays they make them in different shapes and colours, such as the flowers or the pigeon-like bird in these shots. They are traditionally given to friends and relatives on weddings and other special occasions. Confetti can be eaten or simply used as decoration.
I like to compare Malta’s traditions with those of Italy, because there is a lot of similarities. Being very close to Italy and under the same kingdom as Abruzzo for many years in medieval times, Malta also has its confetti. We call them perlini – perhaps, coming from the Italian word ‘perla’ or pearl. Decades ago they were very popular especially during carnival when they used to be showered over the onlookers from atop carnival floats. Today they have lost most of their popularity.
Thank you very much for looking and for your lovely comments on yesterday’s picture.
Goodness so much work must go I to these, beautiful shots, I wonderful if you did a piece in a local paper/magazine if you could revive the interest in Malta
WoW! They are beautiful and thank you for the commentary. Hard to believe they are not flowers! I would stop in and purchase something for sure. Thanks so much for sharing this. Makes a beautiful collage!
So interesting...and great of you to share these traditions (also the procession and festival of your following posts) with us...just one of the many benefits of 365!
@ericdibosco Thank you very much Eric. Guessing from your name you must be Italian origin and pictures from Italy would be more interesting for you than for others.
