Christmas Living Nativity Scenes in Sicily

The living Nativity scene in Custonaci, in the Trapani area, it is considered the largest event of enhancement of Sicilian popular crafts and traditions. A peculiar characteristic of this nativity scene is that the entire local community joins together with true artisans and artists from the area and from nearby towns, to stage a show that faithfully reproduces the execution of ancient Sicilian crafts. The suggestive location of the Grotta Mangiapane of Borgo Scurati gives the living nativity scene of Custonaci a magical atmosphere and a unique charm.
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Christmas in Caltagirone has always been a strong attraction for many tourists who come to the city of ceramics to admire the mastery and skill of the Calatini ceramists artisans famous in the world in the creation of artistic nativity scenes. The visitor will be able to take part in the evocative living nativity scene which takes place in the splendid scenery of the carruggi, i.e. the alleys, stairways and streets of the neighborhoods dating back to the time of Genoese domination, located near the splendid staircase of Santa Maria del Monte.
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The living nativity scene of Monterosso Almo, in the Ragusa area, is one of the oldest nativity scenes in Sicily and has been proclaimed the most beautiful Living nativity scene in Sicily and Italy.
The nativity scene takes place in the maze of alleys of the old quarter, the Matrice quarter of Monterosso Almo. The ancient houses and the narrow streets are once again teeming with life, light and atmospheres of the past. Trades that have now disappeared return to protagonists and re-propose themselves to the new generations.
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The living nativity scene of Giarratana, in the Ragusa area, is among the most beautiful in Sicily and Italy.
The nativity scene is set in the ancient part of the city of Giarratana, the U Cuozzu" district, a place characterized by narrow streets and houses in white stone. Real living paintings are recreated in which trades, habits and customs are revived.
At the foot of the Castle dei Settimo the rooms end and the uphill road begins which leads to the area called "Campo Grotta". Very suggestive route lit only by torches. A pastoral environment is then recreated that leads to the ruins of the Castle, where the most sacred living picture is set up: the Nativity.
The Living Nativity of Giarratana is the first and to date only Italian Nativity scene to have been recognized of "International Interest" . It has been awarded several times as Best Living Nativity in Sicily and Best Living Nativity in Italy.
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The living nativity scene of Gangi, a village nestled in the Madonie park, is one of the most evocative living nativity scenes in Sicily and Italy. The peculiarity of the living nativity scene of Gangi "From Nazareth to Bethlehem" is the presence of a guide in period dress who accompanies visitor on a fascinating journey back in time, from Nazareth to Bethlehem. The visit will be accompanied by background music and a voiceover.
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The Living Nativity Scene in Castronovo di Sicilia takes place in the evocative setting of the Arab neighborhood of Batia, characterized by narrow streets with cobblestones, huddled houses, fountains and troughs.
The Living Nativity Scene in Castronovo di Sicilia recalls the Sacred Nativity through numerous figures in historical costumes, creations of scenes of daily life in ancient workshops, streets artistically illuminated by torches and flooded with the music of bagpipes.
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The Living Nativity in Ispica is one of the most fascinating living nativity scenes in Italy. The ancient caves and the suggestive panorama of Cava Ispica, in the Ragusa area, serve as the backdrop for this nativity scene.
In the archaeological area of ​​the Quarries over one hundred figures in costume tell scenes of pastoral and peasant life. The caves are transformed into workshops of artisans.
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The Living Nativity Scene of Casalvecchio Siculo is one of the most beautiful nativity scenes on the Ionian Riviera in the Taormina area. On the occasion of the living nativity scene, the medieval village of Casalvecchio Siculo makes as a backdrop to the representation of the nativity.
Inside and outside the nativity scene there are various points where you can taste the typical Casalvetini products.
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The Living Nativity of Sutera, in central Sicily, is one of the most beautiful and visited nativity scenes in Sicily. The importance and quality of the event is such that it deserved inclusion in the Register of Intangible Heritage of the Sicily Region.
The event is enriched by the many and rich tastings of typical local dishes and products.
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The living nativity scene of Cavagrande del Cassibile, set up in Ancient Avola is an event that attracts every year, in the heart of the Cassibile Nature Reserve, in the Syracuse area, thousands of visitors. Enjoying the suggestive location, visitors can interact with the animals and characters present, and take part in tastings of typical food and wine products of the area.
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Natale con Gioia a CastaneaThe Living Nativity of Castanea delle Furie in Messina area is considered one of the most beautiful living nativity scenes in Sicily and is characterized by an intense religiosity popular. It is built within a 4000 m2 park where real scenes from 2000 years ago Bethlhemme are masterfully recreated: the market, the neighborhood of the Romans, Herod's Palace, and of course the grotto of the Holy Nativity.
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The Living Nativity Scene of Trappitello is organized in the garden of the Church of Santa Venera by the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish of Trappitello - Taormina. Of particular value are the structures of the ancient oil mill, the millstone and the windmill, made of stone and wood and perfectly functional.
A characterizing element of the Trappitello Living Nativity Scene is the large presence of animals which make this nativity scene among the most appreciated by children.
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The Living Nativity Scene in Melilli, in the Syracuse area, takes place in the evocative setting of the eighteenth-century convent and garden of the Capuchin Minor Friars of Melilli. The main feature of this nativity scene, which currently features around 150 characters in Palestinian period costume, portrays arts, crafts and customs of the era in which Jesus was born, deliberately avoiding transpositions in subsequent periods or historical mixes . The route has been made accessible to disabled people accompanied or in wheelchairs who have priority over other visitors.
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The living nativity scene of Savoca is organized by the community of the Santa Maria Assunta Parish and takes place in the historic center of the charming medieval village. The visitor will embark on a journey back in time through the evocative streets of the village, between scenes linked to the Holy Nativity and scenes linked to the peasant life of the rural past of the medieval village.
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The living nativity scene and the nativity scene exhibition is organized by the faithful of the San Rocco parish in Gela, in the Agrigento area. Every year they give rise to an event full of charm and folklore.
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The Living Nativity Scene of Pollina has as its natural setting the ancient village of Pollina, through whose alleys visitors will be guided on a journey to discover ancient crafts and glimpses of moments of daily life in Bethlehem.
Numerous stands dedicated to gastronomy to discover traditional cuisine through rich tastings.
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The living nativity scene at the Arenella in Palermo takes place in the evocative and particular setting of the Arenella seafront between via Leva and the adjacent beach. It will be possible to witness the re-enactment of the activities and crafts of the ancient daily life of the village.
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The Living Nativity Scene in Cammarata takes place among the evocative streets of the historic center of this village.
Through this religious and folkloristic event the community of Cammarata celebrates its origins in a magical atmosphere and in a sacred setting.
The ancient streets of the village become the scene of glimpses of daily life of a time whose protagonists are the classic peasant family gathered around the domestic hearth, the merchants who promote their wares on the streets, the artisans who work in the shops, the children and the animals that crowd streets and courtyards.
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The Nativity scene of Palma di Montechiaro, organized by the parish of Sant'Antonio da Padova, takes place in one of the oldest districts of the city, Poiu di Fossi, and ends in the church of Sant'Antonino.
Inside the nativity scene, various artisan shops have been reconstructed where the figures take on the role of the characters in the nativity scene.
Along the route there are several tasting points.
The day of the Epiphany from the church of Sant'Antonino the procession of the Magi will start and they will enter the crib.
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The Living Nativity Scene in Graniti takes place in the charming alleys of this small village. It represents a unique opportunity to relive the atmosphere of times gone by, rich in traditions and values, and to taste the typical products prepared by the industrious hands of the village housewives.
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