Christmas in Linguaglossa

One of the most heartfelt events in Sicily in the period Christmas festivities it is certainly that of Christmas in Linguaglossa, a village in province of Catania who was able to transform the period from 21st to 31st December into a rich one calendar of events, with many events of all kinds to satisfy any taste and need. Taking part in Christmas in Linguaglossa also means being able to discover a little-known corner of Sicily, immersing yourself in an atmosphere of magic and community spirit. Here, then, is everything that may be useful to know to take part in Christmas in Linguaglossa.

Description of Christmas in Linguaglossa

It is difficult to be able to describe Christmas in Linguaglossa in detail because it is a period that contains various events within it. Obviously for the entire duration of the event there are stalls with handicraft e typical food products, because it's not really Christmas if you can't take a tour of the stands that offer decorations rather than a marzipan sweet. Then there are some manifestations that are very characteristic, such as butt which is held is the 24 the 31th December and consists of a bonfire around which the Christmas carols and toast to the holiday. Another very heartfelt appointment is that of Historical Parade which brings to the stage, with numerous figures, some paintings of the birth of Jesus, with the arrival of the Three Wise Men and with the comet star.

The story linked to Christmas in Linguaglossa

The Christmas holiday has always been very popular in Linguaglossa but only in recent years have the municipal authorities decided to organize a series of events that can attract many visitors, both from the adjacent villages and from the rest of Italy. In this sense, for example, we must also read the initiative of a few years ago to invite numerous artists to be able to decorate the walls of the historic center with beautiful ones murals, in order to encourage tourists to visit the village. For a few years, therefore, this event has been held at Christmas and from edition to edition it is enriched with many events, in addition to the historical ones particularly loved by the public.

When Christmas takes place in Linguaglossa

Obviously the Christmas event in Linguaglossa takes place during the Christmas holidays, from December 21st until January 5th.

Where Christmas takes place in Linguaglossa

Christmas in Linguaglossa involves the entire village, given that the events are numerous: every square or alleyway is overwhelmed by the magical atmosphere of Christmas!

What to do during Christmas in Linguaglossa

In addition to the murals, the visitor who reaches the village to participate in Christmas in Linguaglossa will be able to take advantage of the opportunity to discover other beautiful corners of the town in the province of Catania. For example, there are many historic churches built between the XNUMXth and XNUMXth centuries, such as the main one which is the Church of Our Lady of Grace or the oldest, which is the one entitled to Sant'Egidio, which also preserves the statue of patron saint. Art enthusiasts won't be able to help but love the Messina Museum Incorporate, which contains many works by Francesco Messina. That too is worth a visit ethnographic which contains many specimens of local flora and fauna, thanks to a truly rich collection. Nearby are worth visiting Corruccio Cave, of lava origin, and of course the Etna Park.

How to get to Linguaglossa

Those who want to take part in Christmas in Linguaglossa and move from Catania by car, will be able to take the A18 first and then the E45 while those leaving from Palermo will have to take the A20 first and then the E90. From Messina the most suitable road is the A18, from Trapani we recommend following the E90, from Agrigento first the A19 and then the E932. Finally, those who have Syracuse as their starting point can simply take the E45 as well as those moving from Enna. Finally, from Caltanissetta the same route that is followed from Agrigento is recommended.

Linguaglossa is very easy to reach too on the train since it is on the line called Circumetnea. Finally, the bus connections made available by AST are active throughout the year.