In Taranto, Christmas starts early. At 3 a.m. on 22 November, the bands strike up their pastorali and the city wakes to the scent of frying pettole. The Festa di Santa Cecilia marks the true start of Italy’s longest Christmas: a day of music, faith and warmth that turns Taranto into one great open-air celebration. Christmas in Taranto … Continue reading Christmas in Puglia | Taranto