The Medieval Festival in Bevagna – Virtual Walking Tour
Step into the past from the comfort of your own home with our exclusive virtual walking tour of the Mercato delle Gaite festival in the enchanting medieval town of Bevagna. This immersive online experience transports you to the heart of Umbria during one of its most vibrant and historically rich festivals. Witness the town as it transforms back in time to the 14th century, with every detail meticulously recreated to offer a truly authentic experience.
Our expert guide Patrizia will introduce you to the origins of the festival, celebrating Bevagna’s medieval heritage. Each “Gaita,” or district, of the town revives ancient crafts and daily life from the 14th century, offering a rare glimpse into medieval times.
You’ll explore the bustling market scenes that are the heart of the festival: artisans in period attire will demonstrate ancient crafts like paper-making, blacksmithing, and silk weaving. You’ll virtually wander through the picturesque streets and squares, beautifully adorned with medieval banners and decorations, creating a festive atmosphere.
Join us for a memorable adventure through history at the Mercato delle Gaite, where every corner turned is a page from the past waiting to be rediscovered.
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- Rome Time: 07.00 pm
- London Time: 06.00 pm
- Los Angeles Time: 10.00 am
The tour will last approximately 1 hour. At the end of the tour you will be given the chance to interact and make questions just like a live tour. The tour takes place in English!
ℹ️ How much does the virtual tour cost?
Our virtual tours are tip-based and not free, they rely entirely on contributions from participants. This means we do not impose a fixed ticket price to join. Every participant is welcome to take part in the tour and decide how much to contribute based on their satisfaction and personal budget.
❗Please note❗: To ensure the sustainability of the project, we regularly monitor the donations received, based on participation in previous tours, and, if necessary, we may apply participation limits or suspend accounts.This is essential to maintain the quality of our tours, ensure fairness, and continue rewarding the valuable work of our guides. You can leave a tip here:
How to Join:
The tour will be hosted on Zoom. To register, you are required to enter your full name (first and last name). After the registration, you will receive via email a personal link to access the virtual event. To protect your privacy, your camera will be disabled during the event.