Routes
Women and their typical attires
Smell the air to capture the intense scent of the typical pesteda grosina an aromatic seasoning made from a mixture of garlic, pepper, yarrow leaves and wild thyme, which combined with salt give flavour to traditional dishes.
Observe the details of the Grosine women’s clothing, the splendour of the colours, and the delicacy of the craftsmanship, ornaments of an Alpine culture reminiscent of the Far East.
You can touch the mountain everywhere around you, even by immersing your hands in the fresh water of the fountains and washhouses.
Let yourself be conquered by the unique and unrepeatable flavour of Bresaola della Valtellina PGI, which preserves the breath of the mountains and the wisdom of generations of taste artisans.
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If while walking through Grosio you come across women in local attire, don’t be surprised, you are not in the middle of a historical re-enactment, this is the daily life of a village deeply linked to its traditions. The Grosino attire stands out from those of neighboring municipalities for the variety of colors, attention to detail and accessories that enrich it.
Its origins date back to the seventeenth century when some men emigrated to Venice for business. The maritime city was an important trade center where it was easy to come into contact with distant cultures. It seems that some inhabitants of Grosio returned home bringing Armenian slaves to repopulate the town devastated by the plague. Thus, the arrival of these women enriched the garments with fabrics, colours, and symbols that are still today elements of a heritage to be preserved and passed down.
