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Five of the Most Original ‘Presepi’ in Italy

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 12/09/2021 - 03:04

The tradition of the ‘presepe’ in Italy began with none other than Saint Francis of Assisi’. Profoundly moved after seeing the sacred representations on the…

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The Nativity in Italian Renaissance Art

by Laura Morelli | Tue, 12/15/2020 - 02:30

On December 25, Christians around the world celebrate the birth of Christ as it’s described in the Gospels. Over the course of centuries, artists experimented…

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charming street with stone houses in Candelo Piedmont Italy

Five Italian Villages to Visit This Holiday Season

by Silvia Donati | Fri, 12/06/2019 - 00:00

[Candelo, Piedmont.] Get into the holiday spirit when you visit these Italian villages where Christmas is celebrated with special events. Candelo (Piedmont…

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Three Italian Destinations to Get You in the Holiday Spirit

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 12/03/2015 - 23:00

If you’re having a hard time feeling the spirit of the holidays this year, or, you’re not and can’t get enough of it, head to one of these three charming towns…

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10 Tips to Enjoy a Visit to a Presepe Vivente - Living Crib

by Katia Amore | Mon, 12/22/2014 - 03:35

During Christmastime in Italy, you are bound to come across presepi in homes, churches and piazzas all over the country. Presepe, which literally translates…

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A Contemporary Twist on Naples' Traditional Nativity Scene

by Silvia Donati | Tue, 12/09/2014 - 08:57

The art of the presepe napoletano (Neapolitan Nativity Scene) is a beloved tradition that goes back centuries. Traditionally, it is the representation of the…

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The "Floating Nativity Scene" in Cesenatico

by Silvia Donati | Wed, 12/03/2014 - 03:21

Hailed as "the only floating Nativity Scene in the world", the presepe in the small fishing village of Cesenatico in Emilia-Romagna is an annual tradition…

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Celebrating St. Stephen's Day in Italy

by Barry Lillie | Thu, 12/26/2013 - 04:00

Santo Stefano in a painting by Giotto. December 26th is il giorno di Santo Stefano (Saint Stephen's day) and an important day in the Italian calendar.…

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Mandela is Remembered in Naples' Nativity Scenes

by Silvia Donati | Mon, 12/16/2013 - 09:16

As Nelson Mandela is laid to rest in his home village of Qunu in South Africa, many people around the world are paying him tribute. In Naples, two local…

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Christmas Tree and Nativity Scene Light Up St. Peter's Square

by Anonymous (not verified) | Sat, 12/07/2013 - 04:00

St. Peter's Square is ready for Christmas: the Christmas tree and nativity scene have been set up on the square, like every year. The tree that stands on the…