Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus, one of the most important Christian festivities, but it actually has pagan origins.
Holidays – Festivals
Holidays and Festivals in Italy
An Italian Christmas Kitchen, from North to South II
Culinary tradition for Christmas in Italy. begins to change once we get to Lazio and our trip takes us to the South of the country.
The best living nativity scenes in Italy to see during the holidays
The first nativity scene, according to legend, was built in 1223 at the request of Saint Francis of Assisi. In Italy, 800 years later, the custom is still carried on by communities and cities distributed around the country. From Greccio to Genga, here is a guide to the most famous, […]
An Italian Christmas Kitchen, from North to South I
An Italian Christmas becomes a true Christmas in the kitchen: Italian habits at the table with family and friends during Christmas.
Italian December menu: winter flavors
Winter has officially arrived, and as tradition dictates, with December 8th – the Feast of the Immaculate Conception – homes are transformed into enchanting little worlds adorned with festive decorations. In this magical pre-Christmas atmosphere, which warms hearts and brings families closer to the most anticipated time of the year, […]
Gubbio Lights Up the World’s Largest Christmas Tree
A unique tradition, etched in the memories of every child, becomes a small yet significant triumph for a village nestled among the Umbrian hills. We’ve reached the 44th edition, warming the slopes of Mount Ingino, just behind the town of Gubbio, each year. The spirit of fraternity, teamwork, and camaraderie […]
The Italian Presepe: A Christmas Tradition
One of the most traditional symbols of Christmas, you’ll find a presepe or Nativity Scene in the home of almost all Italian Catholics.
The Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center: An Italian Tradition Illuminating New York
The Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center is a shining icon that has illuminated the heart of New York for decades, but few are familiar with its fascinating story of tradition, emigration, and an Italian touch. This is the story of Cesidio Perruzza, the Italian who, during a time of deep […]
Christmas in Leggiuno, over 700 thousand lights in the enchanted village
On the beautiful shores of Lake Maggiore in Lombardy, there is a small village of about 3,500 inhabitants with a unique story. A story that began in 1999 and featured Lino Betti as its protagonist—a resident of Leggiuno who has transformed his village into a true Christmas haven in just […]
Crocheted Christmas Tree Colors the Holidays in Rocchetta Tanaro
Forget about red, green, and gold—in other words, the classic and traditional colors of Christmas. In Rocchetta Tanaro, the festivities transform into a beautiful spectacle of colors that can only leave one mesmerized. The holidays blend with the skill and craftsmanship of local women, who, after more than 10 months […]