The renowned Ajello candle making tradition finds its origins in the picturesque coastal town of Sorrento, Italy, established in 1775. For nearly two and a half centuries, the esteemed Ajello family has maintained an unbroken chain of craftsmanship that spans two continents and five generations of dedicated artisans.
What began on the Italian coast traveled to America in 1862, establishing the oldest continuous candle making family in the United States. From the Vatican to the White House, Ajello candles have illuminated history’s most significant moments.
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