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Hidden Living Nativity Scenes of Abruzzo: 20 *Borghi* You Don't Know
From Castellalto (Gran Sasso + Adriatic views) to Casalbordino (Sanctuary of the Madonna dei Miracoli), from Bolognano to Pietracamela: a map of Abruzzo's lesser-known living nativity scenes and artistic nativity exhibitions
Living Nativity Scenes in Abruzzo: the 5 Great Ones and Italy's Oldest Tradition
Rivisondoli (since 1951, Italy's oldest), roaming Pacentro, Cerqueto, Chieti and the Underwater Nativity of Villalago: the 5 great presepi of tradition
Christmas Markets in Sulmona and Pescocostanzo: the Two Most Enchanting Borghi of the Apennines
The city of Ovid and confetti + the Late-Renaissance Borgo among Italy's Most Beautiful Villages, connected by the Transiberiana d'Italia
Living Nativity of Rivisondoli 2026: Italy's Oldest, Active Since 1951
Every January 5th on the Piana di Piè Lucente: 800 performers, direction by maestro Di Francesco, Baby Jesus is the last-born child of the village, and the Madonnina d'Abruzzo is chosen by a special competition
Christmas Markets in L'Aquila 2026: a City's Rebirth in Festive Spirit
Piazza Duomo, Corso Vittorio Emanuele, ice skating rink, Ferris wheel, Harry Potter at Villa Comunale: from December 8 to January 6
Christmas Markets in Abruzzo 2026: A Guide to the Most Beautiful Ones
From L'Aquila to Pescocostanzo, from Sulmona to Caramanico Terme, all the way to the Transiberiana d'Italia: all of Abruzzo's Christmas markets 2026
Arrosticino festivals in Abruzzo: the complete spring-to-autumn calendar
From the Voltigno hills to the Adriatic coast, from Arrostiland to the motorcycle gathering at Fonte Vetica: the complete calendar of arrosticino festivals in Abruzzo
Experiential Tourism in Abruzzo: Why Italy's Green Region Is Perfect
Why Abruzzo is the perfect destination for experiential tourism: 12 authentic experiences to live, a seasonal calendar, a 5-day itinerary, and all the mistakes to avoid when building a truly memorable trip.
Castelli Ceramics and Abruzzo Crafts: 7 Living Trades and Workshops to Visit
From Castelli's majolica to Castel del Monte's gold, from Pescocostanzo's lace to Sulmona's confetti: seven artisan traditions still alive in Abruzzo, with workshops, prices, and itineraries to discover them in a weekend.