Christmas

Everyone has their own nativity. Not everyone sticks to the traditional nativity scene, which, we understand, is derived from many regional traditions in our country, like the Neapolitan terracotta nativity, or the wooden one from Val Gardena, the Lecce papier-mâché nativity or the ones in…

It’s the small details that make everything special. This is true in every creative, artistic and even culinary sector. The art of the nativity, both with its centuries-old tradition from artisans and excellent masters and its yearly renovation in homes, is not an exception. For…

Christmas is getting nearer and children are buzzing, waiting to pull the first nativity statues out from the loft. Today we want to talk to you about the Nativity itself and 10 interesting things about of the most important Christmas symbols. Etymology of the word…

Our country has a very illustrious and ancient tradition when it comes to nativity scenes. Since the medieval period, there has been a tradition of recreating scenes inspired by the night that baby Jesus was born in Bethlehem. It is a custom that expresses deep…

Maybe not everyone knows that Dyker Heights is a pretty residential neighbourhood in Brooklyn, which famous in the mid-80s for its very unique character. In fact, every year its residents begin a true decoration race in preparation for Christmas, rushing to be the first to…

Nativity lovers know it well: making realistic snow is not easy. Although it is unlikely that there was snow in Palestine the night when Jesus was born, from the beginning there has been the tendency of setting the Nativity in the environment in which they…

Among the many characters that are part of the Neapolitan nativity, there are those whose stories are handed down in a very charming and fascinating tradition. The Neapolitan nativity scene, more than any other, is made up of symbols embodied by men and women, figures…

The Christmas spirit is unique and indescribable. It slowly seeps into houses, spreading around like a nice perfume, a past scent that reminds you of comforting memories and a golden, unforgettable childhood. Maybe in contrast to the outside cold, a new heat spreads around inside…

What would Christmas be without the subtle, magic atmosphere that only festive candles can create? The whole house seems to be lit with pulsating lights that emit a lovely heat, making you feel united and closer together! Christmas candles are refined compliments suitable for all…

The nativity scene has an ancient tradition that is renewed every year in homes and churches all over the world. This charming custom would be difficult to give up, as it remind us of childhood Christmases and the magnificent appearance of all these unique and…

The summer seemed to be over in the blink of an eye, and it is weird to think about Christmas already. Yet, as autumn turns the leaves gold and the first cold invites you to get out your warmer, softer, cozier clothes, while the sunset…

The tradition of the nativity scene has always been very strong in Italy. Nativities made of every material and size enrich Italian homes, small and large churches, and all places where the Christmas spirit lingers and spreads. In recent years, this tradition has taken on…

Christmas is perhaps the most heartfelt and celebrated occasion by Christians around the world. It is especially due to its religious significance, the perpetual renewal of the immense mystery of the incarnation of God becoming man, of his miraculous birth, a prelude to eternal salvation…