VARIETY: Neapolitan, traditional, articulated, toy, chocolate, with sharks ... creativity is unlimited when it comes to setting up the Christmas scene
It is one of the most deeply rooted traditions of Christmas in Spain: putting the nativity scene and visiting those installed in churches and institutions.
Some are true gems of historical art that are an attraction for locals and tourists, while others are also gaining more and more followers for their originality.
This year, due to sanitary circumstances, some of the most famous ones will be missed, such as the Monumental Bethlehem of El Escorial or the Living Bethlehem of Buitrado del Lozoya, which have been canceled.
Even so, there are still many throughout the country that no one should miss, some quite curious.
Bethlehem of the Prince of the Royal Palace (Madrid)
The Hall of Halberdiers of the Royal Palace of Madrid houses the traditional Bethlehem of the Prince, formed by
more than 200 Neapolitan
, Genoese and Spanish
figures
dating from the 18th to the 21st centuries.
This year, the nativity scene has an area that reproduces the Royal Gardens of the Palace of Aranjuez, with benches, lattice arches and a bird cage inspired by those of the 18th century.
Data of interest:
Where:
Royal Palace (Bailén, s / n, Madrid).
When:
until January 10, 2021. Free.
Sand Nativity Scene (Las Palmas)
More than 2,000 tons of sand and four-meter-high sculptures spread over eight Christmas scenes make up this impressive nativity scene that occupies a space of 1,500 m2 on Las Canteras beach, in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, and which this year celebrates its 15 edition.
The maximum capacity allowed is 50 people at a time during the tour.
Data of interest:
Where:
Las Canteras Beach (Las Palmas, Gran Canaria).
When:
until January 6.
Gratuitous.
Monumental nativity scene of the Carvajal Palace (Cáceres)
Cáceres County Council.
Mounted in the cloister of the Palacio de Carvajal (15th century), in the historic center of Cáceres, the monumental birthplace of the Cáceres County Council is one of the largest and most visited in the city due to its beauty.
It occupies an area of about 70 m2 and has 250 figures, 26 of them in motion, and 14 houses, mills, wells, stables ...
Data of interest:
Where:
Palacio de Carvajal (Amargura, 1, Cáceres).
When:
until January 6.
Gratuitous.
BAROQUE BREATH OF THE SANTA MARíA DE LOS REYES church (Laguardia)
Laguardia Tourist Office.
One of the chapels of the church of Santa María de los Reyes in the city of Alava houses an articulated baroque nativity scene with which various passages from the life of the Child Jesus are represented.
The church is not open to the public, so you can only enter to see these representations on Christmas, New Year and Kings Day.
This year, exceptionally and due to Covid-19, there will only be one representation, which will take place on December 27.
Data of interest:
Where:
Church of Santa María de los Reyes (Calle Mayor, 1, Laguardia, Álava).
When:
Sunday, December 27, at 6:00 p.m.
Free (it is necessary to come with an invitation to control the capacity. These will be distributed at the tourist office on the 26th (from 10 am to 2 pm and from 5 pm to 7 pm) and 27 (from 10.45 am to 2 pm).
Monumental Nativity Scene of Xátiva (Valencia)
Tourist Info Xàtiva.
Considered the largest in Spain (1,600 square meters), it has become a tourist attraction that attracts tens of thousands of visitors every year for its spectacular nature.
Life-size figures made by Fallas artists, accompanied by live animals, fresh vegetables and even small ponds and wells, make up the many scenes of this nativity scene that at nightfall is even more attractive due to the lighting.
Data of interest:
Where:
Alameda Jaime I, Xàtiva (Valencia).
When:
from January 23 to 6.
Gratuitous.
Rute chocolate nativity scene (Córdoba)
Rute Artisan Galleros.
It is the largest chocolate Christmas scene in the world, carried out in a traditional way by the Galleros Artesanos family business for 90 years.
About 1,500 kg of chocolate that shape biblical figures, animals, trees, castles, villages, vegetables, etc.
They are used in this nativity scene that this year has been inspired by French Alsace and which, as a novelty, includes a river of caramel.
Data of interest:
Where:
Galleros Artesanos sweet company (Carretera Lucena-Rute, km 19, Rute, Córdoba).
When:
until January 1 (due to the new measures by Covid-19, it is recommended to check the schedule with the organization at 957 538 072).
How much:
1 euro, refundable on the purchase of any product in the store.
Biblical Nativity Scene of Santa Angela (Jerez de los Caballeros, Badajoz)
With an area of 450 m2 and 20,000 pieces, this nativity scene is considered the largest in the world.
Composed of figures of maximum 21 cm, it includes locations that take us back to the time when Jesus was born: Nazareth with scenes from the Annunciation to Mary or the census edict, the road to Bethlehem, the inn, the birth, the adoration of the shepherds and the Magi or the flight to Egypt, among others.
Data of interest:
Where:
Plaza de Santiago (Jerez de los Caballeros, Badajoz).
When:
until January 7.
Gratuitous.
Giant nativity scene of Alicante
Elena Vidal (@alicantestreetstyle)
This week, the nativity scene of La Sagrada Familia, located in Alicante Town Hall Square, has entered the Guinness Book of Records for being the largest in the world, with a total volume of 56.02 meters.
The three figures, created by artisans who make the ninots for the bonfires of San Juan, measure from three meters high the Child Jesus to the 19 of San José.
Data of interest:
Where:
Alicante Town Hall Square.
When:
until January 6.
How much:
free
Playmobil nativity scene at the Madariaga Foundation (Seville)
More than 40,000 pieces and 5,000 figures of the famous articulated dolls make up this huge nativity scene of more than 400 m2 divided into eight dioramas dedicated to Christmas (with scenes from Egypt, Rome, Santa Claus ...) and one to the Rocío festivities .
Tickets to visit this nativity scene, which will delight young and old, must be obtained online.
Data of interest:
Where:
Valentin de Madariaga Foundation (Avda. De María Luisa s / n, Seville).
When:
until January 10.
How much
: Adults 2 euros;
children 1 euro (for the benefit of social organizations).
Online entry here.
Giant nativity scene of Pilar (Zaragoza)
The magnificent Plaza del Pilar is the scene of the main attraction of the city at this time: a giant nativity scene that occupies a thousand square meters of surface.
In it we find 56 life-size figures (including the Holy Family), natural plants, flowers, trees and grass, masonry stone and sand for paths and decorations and even a stream with a 50 m2 sheet of water.
This year, the Nativity Scene can only be visited by prior reservation, either online (here) or in person, at the Plaza del Pilar Tourist Office, from 10 am to 8 pm, Monday to Sunday.
Data of interest:
Where:
Plaza del Pilar, Zaragoza.
When:
until January 6 (from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.).
How much:
free, but you must make a prior reservation.
Neapolitan Nativity Scene of the Holy Charity (Seville)
The 18th century Neapolitan Nativity Scene of the Hospital de la Santa Caridad is one of the most visited in the city for its beauty.
It is made up of about 120 figures about 30 centimeters high, with carved wooden limbs, glass eyes and terracotta heads.
Data of interest:
Where:
Hospital de la Santa Caridad (Temprado, 3, Seville).
When:
until January 7.
How much:
free.
Shark nativity scene at Madrid Zoo Aquarium
The original aquatic nativity scene at the Madrid Zoo Aquarium is already a classic for Christmas.
Installed in the tank at a depth of four meters, through which gray sharks, bull, nurse and various marine species such as turtles, groupers, rays, barracudas or remoras swim, it is composed of five methacrylate figures that make up the Nativity and the Kings Magicians
Data of interest:
Where:
Madrid Zoo Aquarium (Casa de Campo, s / n).
When:
until January 6.
How much:
from 18.90 euros (entrance to the park).
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