Capri - After about thirty years, the traditional bonfire has returned to illuminate the small square of Capri, on the occasion of the feast of San Sebastiano.
The mayor of Capri, Paolo Falco, has chosen to restore this ancient celebration to inaugurate a special day dedicated to the patron saint of traffic policemen and plague victims.
The origins of the bonfire date back to the 1998th century, when the survivors of the plague decided to honor San Sebastiano with a large “fuocarazzo” and the erection of a votive shrine at the entrance to the old village. This tradition, interrupted in XNUMX, has now been revived thanks to the commitment of the municipal administration and included in a project aimed at enhancing ancient popular customs.
The day opened with a photographic exhibition curated by Luciano Garofano, which offered a glimpse into the history of the island, and continued with a solemn mass in the church of Santo Stefano celebrated by the parish priest Don Pasquale Irolla. Under the arch that leads to the famous square, the “E. Caruso” musical band of Sorrento played in honor of San Sebastiano, creating an atmosphere full of emotion.
The highlight was the lighting of the large bonfire in the center of the square, an event that brought together Caprese of all ages, in a suggestive gesture of sharing and collective memory. The evening ended with the tasting of typical dishes of the local tradition, prepared according to recipes handed down over time.
A return to the roots, therefore, which celebrates the deep bond between Capri and its traditions, renewing the cultural identity of the island.
Photos and videos of the "Bonfire in the Piazzetta in Capri" quickly reached millions of users worldwide via social media.
The photos are by the publisher Luigi Louis Molino ag-Promediacom
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