Copper and iron working characterizes the regional handicraft. The result of the secular work of iron and copper workers is visible everywhere: gates, railings and lanterns in iron adorn and characterize mountain’s village, street and alleys.
If you go in a handicraft shop in Guardiagrele, you will be charmed by the ancient way to beat iron, to burn it on ardent coals and to fold it in different shapes. Guardiagrele is an obliged destination to learn some of the handicraft’s traditions. |