We took a trip back in time today during the 40th Edition of the live presepio (Nativity) presented in Custonaci, Sicily. With Erice as the backdrop with Venus rising with the moon, this was a special visit!
Inside the area of the magnificent natural Grotta Mangiapane (Mangiapane family cave), locals take on the roles of different artisans and laborers from centuries ago to remind us what life was like before industry. The culmination of these live scenes that are based on the same idea as the renowned Neapolitan Christmas displays, is the holy family in the cave itself, surrounded by live animals. It truly recalls the Bethlehem story.
What a lovely way to enjoy the Christmas season.
