The piazza is absolutely packed with people waiting to see the impressive running of the statue of Sant’ Andrea up the 62 steps of the Duomo. After many minutes of preparation, everyone takes a deep breath in as the statue starts up the stairs and lets it out with a huge applause when the men arrive safely at the top. There is such a roar from the crowd that you can hardly hear the marching band playing the tradition song to celebrate!
The celebrations continue long into the night, with band concerts in the Piazza Duomo and a grand fireworks display over the harbor of Amalfi. A similar celebration occurs on November 30th, the feast day in honor of Sant’ Andrea, but the June festival has a enjoyable summer feel. If your travels bring you to the Amalfi Coast this June, come take part in the traditional Festival of Sant’ Andrea in Amalfi!
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