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Livorno, Tuscany, a Portuguese city in Italy

Livorno, Paschini Castle
Livorno, Paschini Castle

The beautiful city of Livorno, in Tuscany, Italy, is a place that is absolutely worth a visit. The Tuscany Region is famous all over the world for its spectacular panorama and inimitable combination of colors that enchant visitors. Livorno, also has the privilege of being washed by the Ligurian Sea, and its port is one of the most important in Italy. It is a place that I consider typically Italian, for its beauty and history, but above all for the respect of its traditions.

What many don't know is that in this beautiful Tuscan city there is a Portuguese community, yes, a community created, many years ago, by the Portuguese who chose to live in Livorno. As with almost all foreigners living away from home, the community tries to keep traditions alive with festivals, typical dishes and popular beliefs.

In the case of the Portuguese community of Livorno, the religious faith is strong and is celebrated by worshiping the statue of St. Anthony of Padua, a saint born in Lisbon, who is located inside the Church of Our Lady; it is honored on 13 June of each year, and the members of the community make a beautiful procession on the streets of the city amp; agrave;.

Written by Patricia Fox - Last update: 30/09/2021
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