Events in Lazio: Christmas in Rome

Submitted by ItalyItalia on Thu, 2010-11-25 15:27

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As with every year, Rome presents the ideal destination enjoying a truly festive Christmas spirit with both traditional and modern customs.

Shoppers can enjoy the shops and atmosphere of Rome at the renowned shopping districts of via Condotti, via del Corso and Piazza di Spagna, adorned with Christmas decorations as well as the Christmas markets in Piazza Navona and Porta Portese.

Traditional Christmas customs will take place in Piazza San Pietro, which also this year will host the traditional Christmas tree, imported from Bressanone on 17 December. On Christmas Eve the pope gives midnight mass, listened to by the whole world.

The thirty-fifth International Exhibition of the 100 Nativity Scenes displays nativity cribs and scenes designed in both Italy and around the world, at the Sala del Bramante in Piazza del Polpolo from 26 November to 6 January. The circus also comes to town, enthralling the little ones.

The 17th International Circus Festival is held from 23 December to 9 January at Teatro Tendastrisce, hosting acrobats, exotic animals and clowns, directed by Liana Orfei.

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