Cultour plans and manages tours and itineraries which include some of the most special events during the year in Puglia. We have listed a few of the special visits we organise at Christmas time. As Cultour takes into account individual interests and requirements in our planning, please contact us to discuss your special needs.
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The city of baroque and its Centuries Old Christmas Traditions A special occasion could not be such without a special dish to render it even more characteristic. The pasta di mandorla fish made by the Benedictine nuns of the monastery of Saint John the Evangelist are among the most prized in the city of Lecce. The Christmas Fair of Saint Lucy is one of the best places to find figurines and characters for creating a presepe at home, but our guide to the city will also show you around some of the best cartapesta workshops around. |
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Reviving Ancient Traditions at Casarano's Presepe Vivente Delight in this marvelously unique recreation of the Nativity scene in the historical centre of Casarano. Learn about the traditions of bygone years watching demonstrations by artisans practicing their crafts and the skillful preparation of fresh handmade pasta and other local staples all while soaking up the atmosphere of Christmas in southern tip of Italy. The visit to Casarano includes a guided tour of the medieval church of Casaranello. |
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Christmas comes to Life at Tricase's Presepe Vivente Experience the true magic of Christmas visiting the presepe vivente on the hillside of Monte Orco in Tricase. The town and townsfolk are transported back in time each year to in order to recreate the real spirit of Christmas. This is a 'Nativity Scene' as you've never seen before. There's also time on the visit to have a look around Tricase's ancient town centre. |
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In the Caves of Crispiano... As it has done for more than twenty years, Crispiano hosts one of Southern Italy's most evocative presepi viventi. The event unfolds in the grottoes once occuped by the Basilian monks, recreating the atmosphere of times long since past but not forgotten by the people of Crispiano. |
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Mostra del presepe at Grottaglie Rejoice in the creativity and workmanship of Grottaglie's best craftspeople inspired by the Nativity of Christ and put on exhibition in Grottaglie's 26th Mostra del Presepe. The visit to Grottaglie allows time for a look at and shopping in some of the town's best known ceramics workshops. |