Christmas Shopping in Naples Italy
Posted by Melissa in Christmas, Italy
Christmas season in Naples, Italy is usually celebrated every December 24 to January 6. The people in Naples celebrate the season from the Eve of Christmas to its epiphany. Although they start their celebration at 24 many Christmas events are most likely found earlier than 24. Following the pagan way in old Italy. In the eve of Christmas people at Naples dine the traditional 7 dishes of fish. One of the many traditions of the people at Naples is the bagpipe and flute playing also known as the zampognari and pifferai. They often wear traditional colorful costumes with sheepskin vests, long white stockings, and dark cloaks. Many of them travel from the mountains of the Abruzzo region to play outside churches and in popular city squares. Naples is the best city to visit for their presepi. Hundreds of nativity scenes are erected throughout the city. Some creches are very elaborate and may be handmade or use antique figures. Naples has a lot of nativity scenes it’s a tradition at Naples that is followed and passed by thru generations.
The greatest attraction during Christmas season in Naples is the little shops selling the terracotta nativity scenes with quaint figures. They are open all year long and the Christmas season is the best time to visit this street. A number of nativity shops have flooded the streets of Naples. The nativity of Christ is the most indispensable object in the market. In Via San Gregorio Armeno, religious or not religiously inclined there are best buys for you.
Where to shop during the Christmas season in Naples isn’t so hard to go either. There are certain districts in Naples that are more specialized than others. There are designer clothes whre you’ll find the most expensive boutiques in and around Piazza dei Martiri, there is also an area around Via dei Mille which is not so expensive, but quality buys I must say. The Vomero district has a long line of clothing and accessory shops, from whre you could drop your eyeballs out and shop for sales. If you’re up for shopping for furniture and fittings, Piazza Municipio and via dei Mille is the place suited for you. Antique buyers must visit via D. Morelli or towards via Costantinopoli in the historic centre.
Although the transportation and some restaurants in Naples are closed during this season you can make your travel a lot easier by renting a car or by foot. The restaurants of some hotels are also open where they serve special food in Christmas season. Although Christmas dinners at Naples are meat based, people who are vegetarian are allowed and is given by the restaurant the food they want to eat, they also have Christmas cookies for everyone. Aside from traditional Christmas beliefs, Naples also is a fun and amusing city. The Edenlandia Amusement Park is filled with lights and a lot of promos to enjoy this Christmas season. Children from 12 onwards will surely enjoy the treats. Truly an educational trip to experience before the Christmas day. Visit Naples in this holy Christmas season but don’t forget to bring your family along with you.
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