Italian Christmas Traditions: Piazza Navona Christmas Market 2012

November 29, 2011 – 1:46 PM

Piazza Navona – the Christmas transformation Every year at the end of November, the caricaturists and painting sellers who usually abound in Rome’s Piazza Navona disappear and the scene transforms into the world famous Christmas market that dominates the piazza for more than a month every year. The Piazza Navona Christmas Market has begun, and [...]

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Enjoying the Sunshine in Piazza Navona

January 10, 2011 – 1:35 AM

Rome’s Piazza Navona is perhaps the most famous and beautiful among the city’s many piazzas. You will truly enjoy the beautiful Roman sunshine as you walk along this scenic and historic baroque masterpiece. The place is also one of the city’s liveliest places, with its outdoor cafes, elegant restaurants, night clubs and local art market. [...]

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The Piazza Navona Christmas Market

December 7, 2010 – 11:40 PM

In December, Rome’s famous Baroque square gets covered with stalls offering all sorts of Christmas ornaments, toys, goodies, decorations, torrone, liquorice and much more. Everything’s a delight especially to kids. Towards the end of December, a large Christmas tree is erected. Be sure to bring enough money especially if you are bringing the kids along. [...]