»» Italian Christmas Decorations: Crib vs Tree
When it comes to Christmas decorations for the home, Italian households usally are divided into two groups: those who prefer Nativity Scene and those who prefer setting up a Christmas tree. Saying it In Italian, “presepe o albero“.
However, the Presepe ( the Nativity Scene), is strongly rooted in the Italian Christmas tradition.
Even though the Crib is usually the favorite in Southern Italy, you can see cribs and representations of the Nativity Scene in squares as well as inside churches everywhere across Italy. Beginning early December the city of Verona, Veneto, is hosting a International Christmas Cribs exhibition, including more than 400 different Nativity Scene, from countries all over the world.
The show runs through January 20, 2007.
Find out details about this event here.
