The first edition of the Muravera Citrus Festival took place in February 1961, thanks to the will of the citrus growers and conceived by the local Pro Loco. The initiative aims to enhance the main product of the place, precisely citrus fruits.
The event consists of the exhibition of the best local products accompanied by a parade along the main street of the country of numerous folk groups, coming from all over < strong> Sardinia, and the “etnotraccas” (fundamental element of the festival), that is, wagons pulled by tractors where scenes of agro-pastoral life are reconstructed and domestic and landscapes of the past.
In the evening, the folkloric groups perform accompanied by the 'Launeddas' (polycalamus musical instrument with reed hung, originally from Sardinia). The festival normally starts at the beginning of April. In addition to the presence of covered benches within which oranges can be tasted, the tourist will have the opportunity to attend a good amount of folkloric shows. Songs and dances are of extreme beauty, accompanied by the shows in Sardinian costumes that take us back, to when the ancient and luxurious costume was customary dress.
Written by Sheila Pickles - Last update: 01/11/2021
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