Gubbio (PG) - Ceri are three gigantic wooden structures weighing about four tons each, surmounted by statues of St. Ubaldo, St. George and St. Anthony, carried on the shoulders along the streets of the old town to the summit of Mount Ingino, where there is the basilica of the patron Saint Ubaldo which the religious festival is dedicated.
The route sees "ceraioli" engaged in a frantic race, followed by an immense crowd, who participates with enthusiasm and pervaded by deep emotions.
The festival, which takes place during the day, is one of the most unique religious events popular not only in Italy but in the world. It is imbued with a strong mystical emotion able to drag the entire audience who participated. The Ceri of Gubbio were assumed to coat the Umbria Region.
The religious festival takes place every year on May 15.
For more information on the festival of candles
Read more: www.festadeiceri.it www.ceri.it
Tourist information: Tourist Service Associate tel. 075-9220693 info@iat.gubbio.pg.it watch the opening hours
