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Welcome to the Virtual Library 'Fiat Lux: The Luminarie,' a fascinating journey through time uncovering the historical roots of Puglian luminarie. This digital space collects and makes accessible a treasure trove of documents, images, and testimonies that narrate the evolution of luminarie in Salento and throughout Puglia, from the first records in 1549 to the most recent celebrations.

Explore a rich and diverse cultural heritage, including vintage photos of ancient luminarie, historical texts, both old and contemporary, and modern reconstructions. Through detailed entries, you will discover the history and art behind each tradition of patronal festivals and the marvelous light installations.

The Virtual Library 'Fiat Lux' is not only a collection of memories and a custodian of heritage but also an endless source of knowledge and engaging inspiration.

Discover, explore, and be enchanted by the stories of light that have illuminated and continue to illuminate Puglia and the world.

Fiat Lux: The Lights of the Limelight

Fiat Lux - The Limelight
The Ancient Luminarias of Apulia

Bibliography: Puglia in Festa - Luminarie and Patronal Festivals

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SCORRANO, L'intensità€ delle luci e della fede

by AA.VV. 

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LE LUCI, LE LUMINARIE, GLI APPARATI EFFIMERI, GLI ARCHI

by Gabriele Tardio

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PARAZIONI. LE LUMINARIE NELLE FESTE PATRONALI

by Raffaele Puce

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BLOOMING SKY

by Angela Serafino

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LUMINARIES

by Renata Asquer

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CITIES LUMINARIES

by L. Benincasa, M. Ferrara

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PUGLIA IN FESTA

by Raffaele Nigro

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