A magical night is approaching: when is the best time to watch the Perseid meteor shower and what to ‘borrow’ from the Italians?

A magical night is approaching: when is the best time to watch the Perseid meteor shower and what to 'borrow' from the Italians?

However, in Italy, August stargazing also has a special tradition. On August 10, Italians celebrate La notte di San Lorenzo – St. Lawrence’s Night, when the “falling stars” appearing in the sky are poetically called le lacrime di San Lorenzo – St. Lawrence’s tears.

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On this night, Italians flock to beaches, parks, rural areas, and other places far from city lights. The goal is simple – to see at least one meteor streaking across the sky. And upon seeing it, it’s important not to forget another tradition: to make a wish.

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