Dream Nativity Scenes, Puglia

In the heart of Puglia, Christmas comes to life through the nativity scenes, true works of art that intertwine faith, history, and tradition. From ancient villages to breathtaking natural landscapes, each representation is an invitation to immerse oneself in a timeless magic where the sacred meets the beauty of our land. A true tour of wonders. Alberobello welcomes you with its living nativity scene among the trulli and, at sunset, with the "Presepe di Luce" (Nativity of Light); the “Bethlehem” set in the karst caves is particularly striking, staged for 36 years in the cave village of Lama del Trappeto in Pezze di Greco (Br), where soft lighting and costumed figures tell the story of the Nativity in a breathtaking setting. An unmissable stop is the living nativity scene set in the Monte Orco Natural Park in Tricase, one of the largest in Europe, covering an area of four hectares, with over fifty scenes and the participation of around two hundred actors, including lively markets and artisan workshops. In Tuglie, “Presepi nel Borgo” returns, a unique path through the narrow streets of the historic center, the courtyard houses, the underground oil mills, churches, cellars, crypts, and ancient palaces. Meanwhile, in Scorrano, the "Sand Nativity" at the Convent of the Augustinians and at Palazzo De Iaco – Veris will transport you to a magical dimension: the sand sculptures are true masterpieces created by international artists.