Discover the Christmas joy in San Giovanni Rotondo! Our guide accompanies you through all community events, whether you're already familiar with the city or visiting for the first time.
The historic center comes alive with the traditional Christmas market in Piazza dei Martiri, while the Sanctuary of Padre Pio offers an evocative living nativity scene. Along Corso Umberto I, the light displays create a festive atmosphere, and children can meet Santa Claus in the Villa Comunale. The program includes concerts at the Church of San Leonardo and theatrical performances at the Teatro Comunale Regio.
"Nordic village with wooden chalets and street performances"
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"Natale sotto le Stelle in San Giovanni Rotondo transforms the ancient town into a Nordic village with wooden chalets, lights, and Christmas stars. It offers carefully selected food products and street performances."
Hundreds of literary and reading events throughout Puglia.
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The Festa dei Lettori is an annual event that promotes reading and literature, with hundreds of initiatives involving students and the public. The theme "Immagina il mondo" reflects on the ability of individuals and literature to imagine possible worlds.