
Ticino
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History & heritage
Conquered by the Confederates from Milan in the 15th and 16th centuries, Ticino became a canton in 1803 and is the only one entirely Italian-speaking.
Palm-lined lakes, Locarno's film festival and the castles of Bellinzona give it a Mediterranean character south of the Alps.
Traditions
Castagnata
October
Chestnut festivals in Ticino's valleys — roasted marroni, polenta and wine.
Risotto in piazza
Carnival & festivals
Giant pots of risotto with luganighe sausage served free in village squares.
Grotti
Summer
Eating at rustic stone 'grotti' in the woods with merlot and local cheese.
Official public events & cultural agenda
Concerts, festivals, markets and exhibitions in Ticino are published by the official regional tourism agenda. Member meetups are listed above.
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