The Aosta Valley region is rich in traditions, jealously preserved, and each of its valleys has different and particular ones.

The local culture is characterized by a strong identity which is reflected in the landscape and rural architecture.
Oral tradition is also very important, with stories and legends passed down over the centuries and various local languages ​​spoken by the population.
The lively traditional festivals and the splendid productions of Aosta Valley craftsmanship are other tangible signs of the ethnological richness of the Aosta Valley.


Traditional architecture

Traditional architecture

Traditional villages in the Aosta Valley reflect the soul of its inhabitants, faithful to their traditions and protective of their environment.

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Traditional events

Traditional events

Tradition and folklore in the Aosta Valley are alive and manifest themselves throughout the year with festivals and events throughout the region.

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Traditional craftsmanship

Traditional craftsmanship

Creativity and craftsmanship turn imagination into objects and images to be admired, browsed and used

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Languages ​​spoken in the Aosta Valley

Languages ​​spoken in the Aosta Valley

Italian/French bilingualism and the other languages ​​of the Aosta Valley: Franco-Provençal and Walser.

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Mythes et légendes

Mythes et légendes

Dieux, héros, sorcières, fantômes, démons et saints sont les protagonistes d'histoires qui renforcent les liens d'appartenance à la communauté.

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Traditional sports

Traditional sports

In the Aosta Valley, popular sports are part of the tradition and have hundreds of fans.

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