Here are some of the main Christmas events held in some Italian cities
Many are the Italian cities where every year local traditions are carried on and events are held to celebrate the festivities. Here are some of Central Italy’s Christmas markets that come to life every year in the month of December. Here it is possible to find many gift ideas or local and traditional products. Furthermore, you will live the magic of Christmas in the streets and in the squares of the towns that for the occasion put up all the decorations and lights.
Emilia Romagna and Tuscany, the best Christmas markets in Central Italy
According to tradition in Emilia Romagna Christmas markets open on 8 December and carry on until early January. Many are the towns in this region where every year Christmas villages come to life. Amon Central Italy’s prettiest Christmas markets there is undoubtedly the one of Santa Lucia in Bologna which is also the oldest. Then there is also the one in Minghetti Square. Another town where you can find a nice Christmas market is Ferrara. Here every year, events are held to entertain everybody, young and old. Finally, there is also the Graziano Visconti Christmas market.
There are many Christmas markets in central Italy, specifically in Tuscany’s main towns. One of the most important and most appreciated is the one in Arezzo which presents the typical Tyrolean vibe. Here there are many booths with typical gastronomic products Christmas themed artisanal pieces. The most famous one is the one in Florence. Yous should know that in the weeks leading up to Christmas in the most important squares of the city of Florence many Christmas markets are set up. Among them stands out the one in Piazza Santa Croce where wood houses are set up and the place becomes a proper Christmas village.
The best Christmas markets in Central Italy, Umbria and Lazio
Another region where Christmas traditions are particularly appreciated is Umbria. Here in fact every year some of the best Christmas markets of Central Italy are set up. The main town of the region is Perugia where you will be able to breathe in the Christmas atmosphere. The streets and the squares are all decorated with lights and Christmas decorations. But that is not all, in fact, you should know that here the Christmas market has been taking place for over twenty years in the dungeons of a fortress from the 15th century, Rocca Paolina. Exhibitiors from all over Italy will be present with products typical of the Italian traditions such as local food and artisanal pieces from local craftsmanship. But that is not all, in fact, in the squares and streets of the town centre you will be able to find the Christmas magic. In Piazza del Circo booths are set up offering a lot of Christmas-themed objects.
Another town where you can find the best Christmas markets in Central Italy is Gubbio. In fact every year in this period the city has a makeover and becomes one big Christmas village. In Piazza dei Quaranta Martiri wooden booths are set up for the Christmas markets. Finally, you should know that here the world’s highest Christmas tree is set up, reaching about 750 meters.
Another region where you can find Central Italy’s Christmas markets is Lazio. Undoubtedly the chief city of the region is Rome where one of the most famous Christmas markets of the region takes place. In the capital, there are several markets such as the ones in Piazza Navona and Piazza Primoli. Very interesting and among the most appreciated Christmas markets in Central Italy are those held in Frascati. Not to miss the event held in Viterbo where the house of Santa Clause is set up.
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