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Why is Bari the Italian city to see at Christmas?

Bari is not just a summer destination, it is a symbolic place for Christmas. Here, in fact, are the relics of Saint Nicholas, the saint who, due to his generosity towards the poor and children, inspired the figure of Santa Claus in the world. It is no coincidence, in fact, that even a famous broadcaster [...] Find out more

Christmas celebrations in Bari: when Christmas really begins in

December 6th is a special and deeply felt moment in Bari, so much so that it marks the beginning of Christmas for the people of Bari. This tradition is linked to the figure of Saint Nicholas, patron saint of the city and protector of the weakest, as well as the figure who inspired the legend of Santa Claus. In fact, at dawn on December 6th, thousands […] Find out more

Artisan nativity scenes in the heart of old Bari: discover at Christmas

“SpaccaBari”, the Christmas exhibition of designer nativity scenes in the suggestive Sant'Antonio fort. “SpaccaBari” is the exhibition of handcrafted nativity scenes dedicated to the nativity which, practically every year, displays its works in a very characteristic place, the Sant'Antonio fort. 'Anthony. There has been no Christmas, in recent years, without this beautiful exhibition of nativity scenes whose places, often, [...] Find out more

The real Santa Claus is buried in Bari. Even there

14 December 2023 CNN Travel turns the spotlight on Saint Nicholas, the Patron Saint of Bari and symbol of the legend of Santa Claus Bari is again in the news on CNN, but this time the protagonist is Saint Nicholas, Patron Saint of Bari and symbol of the legend of Santa Claus Christmas. In an article published in the […] Find out more

Christmas in Puglia 2023: markets, villages and illuminations between Bari

10 November 2023 The magic of Christmas in Puglia starting from Bari, the city of Santa Claus: live evocative and unforgettable experiences The magic of Christmas is approaching, bringing splendor to the suggestive villages of Puglia, an irresistible attraction for visitors from every corner of the world Italy and the world. This year too, Bari and its […] Find out more

Christmas in Bari, among the origins of the legend of Santa

Which areas to visit in Bari during the Christmas period? Here are some places not to be missed Bari has always been a city full of entertainment, however what presents itself every year during the Christmas period is a particularly lively, illuminated and, above all, fragrant Bari! Yes, because walking through the streets of the center of […] Find out more

Christmas in Puglia 2022: events, markets and illuminations between Bari

16 November 2022 The magic of Christmas lights up in the Apulian villages. Evocative events and experiences not to be missed Christmas is approaching, the magic of the splendid Apulian villages is approaching. As has been happening for several years now, some places in Bari and its surroundings are preparing to host thousands of people, coming […] Find out more

6 things to do to experience the Christmas atmosphere in Puglia

Places and traditions not to be missed to experience an authentic Apulian Christmas atmosphere! Who said that to best experience the Christmas atmosphere you have to go to Lapland? Of course, how can you not want a place like this when the Christmas period arrives... but don't worry because if the desire to live a unique and evocative Christmas experience [...] Find out more

6 December: Saint Nicholas Day and tradition

The dawn of Saint Nicholas, between celebration and tradition. Discover the party in the alleys of old Bari! Every year, exactly every 6 December, there is a fixed appointment with traditions and celebrations for what is commonly called "St. Nicholas' day". On 6 December, in fact, the Basilica of San Nicola and Bari […] Find out more

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