Sicilian culture

"Carretto Siciliano"is an ornate, colorful style of horse or donkey-drawn cart native to the island of Sicily..known for being covered in carvings and brightly painted scenes from Sicilian history and folklore..also served the purpose of conveying historical information to those who were illiterate..used for hauling wood, wine, and people, called "Carretto del Lavoro" (cart for work) and also carts for festive occasions such as weddings and parades called "Carretto de Gara'.

Sender: Jurgita Jurgita drew my address on Postcrossing's 6th birthday celebration (1 of the 6 extra addresses offered to all existing postcrossers). I managed to do the same too on that date, discovered the offer just by luck, as it ended at midnight! This kitty card is my second one, but I find it cute all the same. Further, the card may have the same picture on the front but the stamps, the country of origin and the written words at the back are not! :)

When you think of Sicily there are many symbols that come to mind, but there are some of them that among others clearly represent Sicily.

Saint Joseph Table is a huge festival for Italian American Catholics. The date for the Saint Joseph Day is March 19. This is a day that Italian American honor Saint Joseph the husband to Mary.

Medieval Tresures in Cefalu article about the trip in Cefalu

Sicilian traditional clothing is part of our culture. Learn more about typical fashion for women and men, read our post on Sicilian Secrets' blog.