Christmas season in Puglia: a magical experience in the Itria Valley
Christmas in Puglia in the Itria Valley – Imagine a Christmas wrapped in an enchanting atmosphere, surrounded by enlightened trulli and the perfumes of Apulian culinary tradition. The Itria Valley, with its white-painted villages and luxurious countryside, becomes a magical place during the holiday season.
Christmas Markets Among the Trulli
Getting lost among the stalls of Christmas markets, searching for unique artisanal crafts and local gastronomic specialties, is an experience not to be missed. Alberobello, the city of trulli, hosts one of the most suggestive Christmas markets, here you can find handmade Christmas decorations, original souvenirs, and some typical products from Apulia.
Living Nativity Scenes: A Dive into the Past
The tradition of living nativity scenes is a time-honored tradition, deeply rooted in Puglia. In the Itria Valley, numerous villages set up evocative nativity scenes, recreating the traditional events of Jesus's birth in an authentic and rural setting. This moving experience, that will fully immerse you in the Christmas atmosphere.
Tastings and Culinary Traditions
Christmas in Puglia also means delicious traditional food. Don’t miss the opportunity to taste local gastronomic specialtiessuch as “orecchiette” ear-shaped pasta with broccoli rabe, hot mashed fava beans with chicory, and traditional desserts like “cartellate” shortbread topped with hot-wine, and “mostaccioli” diamond-shaped biscuits made of durum wheat flour, flavored with spices. Several masserie and restaurants organize tastings and themed dinners, to let visitors discover the authentic flavors of Puglia.
Overnight stays in Trulli and Masserie for Christmas in the Itria Valley in Apulia
To experience an unforgettable experience, choose to stay in a characteristic trullo or in a masseria. These accommodations will allow you to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Itria Valley and enjoy some charming and comfortable night.
An unique Christmas Atmosphere
The Valle d'Itria, during the Christmas season, is illuminated by a thousand lights, creating a magical and enchanting atmosphere. Christmas music concerts, artistic light displays, and wandering performances will bring the villages to life, offering unique emotions for both young and old.
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