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The “Trabocchi” are clever wooden machines invented by farmers who needed an easier way to fish, replacing the uncertainty of boats. These unique structures are symbols of the Abruzzo region in central Italy. However, a shift has occurred in recent times.
The Trabocchi, once vital fishing tools, have transformed into tourist destinations offering seafood sourced from different waters. What prompted this change?
Reportage: Ismaele Tortella
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