The ancient tradition of living nativity scenes is widespread throughout the world but was born in Italy. These are the places that do it the most justice.
The old Italian tradition of living nativity scenes It is celebrated every year, one step away from Christmas. From small parish representations to large organizations, including entire historic towns, which offer the ideal locations for the most realistic nativity scene.
A true form of art, in a mixture of faith and historical evocation. A reason for unity for entire communities, with tasks divided among the faithful, for the preparation of a unique set. The tradition is now widespread throughout the world, but its roots are Italian. We need to go back to the year 1223, when St. Francis of Assisi performed a small performance in the village of greccio, giving rise to an increasingly intriguing and detailed movement.
Greccio living nativity scene
Year after year, the small town of Greccio, in the province of Rieti, offers faithful and curious people the creation of what is the oldest living nativity scene in the world. Tradition started by Saint Francis in 1223 and has continued since then. Everything takes place in the historic center and to admire the nativity scene you will have the following dates available: December 24, 26, 29, 30 and January 1, 5, 6.
Pietrelcina Living Nativity Scene
Pietrelcina is particularly loved by the Catholic faithful and in recent years the living nativity scene has attracted More than 18 thousand visitors. In the historic center, faith intersects with historical recreation, with ancestral environments and customs. The dates of interest this year will be December 27, 28 and 29.
Living nativity scene of San Biagio
the inhabitants of San Biagio Every year they create their own version of Belen, He built numerous cabins and created a splendid living nativity scene in the province of Mantua. The dates planned for the 2018-19 edition are: December 25, 26, 30 and January 6, 13, from 15.30:19.00 p.m. to XNUMX:XNUMX p.m.
Matera living nativity scene
Passing through the famous area of stones, a Matera A 5 kilometer route has been prepared to what can easily be defined as the most famous living nativity scene in Italy. Everything leads towards the Nativity Cave, but what is especially attractive is the large number of artists, shepherds and craftsmen found along the way. To travel the entire route it takes about 90 minutes, with specific time slots, at a cost of 8 euros. These are the dates: December 7, 8, 9 – 15, 16 – 22, 23 – 28, 29, 30 and January 4, 5, 6.
