Tuoro 217 B.C.: Experience the Past with Reenactments, Shows, Food, and Music

Tuoro, 217 B.C. …

The first light of day, the mist, the lake, and a rocky spur that creates a narrow pass inspire Hannibal, the commander of the Carthaginians, to launch an ambush against the Roman legion on his trail.

The Roman legion, seeing the signs deliberately left by Hannibal, falls into the trap.
The tragic outcome will be over 15,000 deaths in less than 3 hours.

The waters of Lake Trasimeno turn red.
It will be remembered by future generations as the Battle of Lake Trasimeno.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
From 4:00 PM

Opening of the Historical Market
Stands dedicated to ancient activities: painting, Etruscan bucchero pottery, dyes and fabrics, blacksmith, armorer, seeds and cereals, basket maker.
Piazza Garibaldi

Educational Area
Historical reenactment and educational display on the Etruscan period with the Hannibal Museum, Ancient Peoples
Reconstruction and demonstration of ancient Roman games with History Games

Il Sodo Park
Camp and educational experience on the Roman Republic period with Legio Prima Taurus

Starting from 7:00 PM, rotating events include:

LEGIO PRIMA TAURUS
Demonstrations and educational activities at Il Sodo Park
Parade with the testudo (tortoise formation) through the streets of Tuoro
Gladiatorial and theatrical performance at the Il Sodo Park Arena at 9:00 PM and 9:30 PM

NERTOBACOS
Stories around the fire
Educational and experiential workshop at the Il Sodo Park camp
Performance “Gestures of Ancient Memory” at the Il Sodo Park Arena at 9:15 PM

NINFEE NEREIDI
Ancient Roman dances

IN VINO VERITAS
Final concert at Il Sodo Park

From 7:30 PM
Opening of the Historical Tavern and Celtic Corner
Three menus: Roman, Etruscan, and Carthaginian
Entertainment with Celtic harp and vocals by Rachele Spingola and Chiara Pettirossi
Celtic Corner opens at 7:00 PM.

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