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Montalbano Jonico · Matera · Basilicata
On 22 September Montalbano Jonico celebrates Saint Maurice; another cherished tradition is the bonfire contest for Saint Anthony Abbot, whose ashes are scattered on the fields to bring a good harvest.
The patron of Montalbano Jonico is Saint Maurice, celebrated on 22 September.
The town also keeps another cherished tradition, the bonfire contest in honour of Saint Anthony Abbot: according to custom, the ashes are then carried to the fields and scattered by farmers to bring a bountiful harvest.
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