nativity articles Tag

Epiphany: the origins of the Feast of Kings

a strict Fasting on January 5. Finally, for the Armenian Apostolic Church, January 6 is one of the most important feasts because it celebrates the Nativity, according to ancient Christian usage and the Justinian calendar. What is the origin of this festival? During the first four centuries ...

13
Dec
2007

Christmas in Provins: a medieval market and many other activities

of Assisi who accompanied his father, a rich Italian clothier to the famous fairs of Provins and who was the first to reenact a representation of the Nativity in 1223 near Greccio. The second part of the show will take you back to the foundations of the Christian era. No less than 50 actors will ...

12
Nov
2014

Lourdes in France: 5 Things to Know About This Pilgrimage Site

n. • The old Lourdes between Rue Saint-Pierre and the castle. • The Garnavie tower, which is the last remnant of the fortifications dating from the 14th century. • The Nativity Museum with its animated nativity scenes. • The Lourdes Museum recounting the history of the city from 1858 to the ...

05
July
2010

The Santons Fair of Mouans-Sartoux: everything to prepare the nativity scene.

A well alive tradition The nativity scene and its santons are essential elements of Christmas in the south of France. In the County of Nice and in Provence, this tradition is still very much alive, as evidenced by the crowds at the santons fairs. The Mouans-Sartoux Santons Fair has been around for ...

02
Dec
2013

The Sagrada Familia in Barcelona: a masterpiece in the making

for the building to be complete: the tower of Jesus Christ, eight other smaller towers, a sacristy, a chapel and the façade of the Glory. Today, the Nativity façade and the crypt created by Gaudi are classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In addition, the entire building was recognized as ...

27
June
2022

Gaudí Centenary: Sagrada Família unveils extensive program through 2026

à under the vaults. Guaranteed to give you goosebumps. • June 10, 2026: Commemorative Mass for the death of Gaudí, streamed online. • End of 2026: Sound and light show on the Nativity façade, a nod to the monument's future legacy. The Tower of Jesus Christ: 172.5 meters of technical prowess T ...

18
Sep
2025