The centuries old history of Bormio and its neighbors is reflected and preserved in the numerous popular traditions, shared between past and present cultures. Rich in superstition and legend, these traditions were handed down from father to son preserving the folklore and serving as occasions for celebration for the inhabitants and tourists alike. Both the religious festivals, such as the Pasquali , and the pagan ones, such as the Palio delle Contrade, have their roots in the farming culture of these mountains. All of this makes for a particularly lively cultural environment. The rich past of this area can be seen strolling through the alleys of the old towns, where medieval remains are mixed with those of the fourteenth-sixteenth century, highlighting the golden age of the countryside. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of what was, for seven hundred years, a democracy in the heart of the Alps, as you view architectural odes to the past and pastoral views and panoramas that will thrill your senses Read more…