In front of the Basilica and in the heart of the Vatican, the tradition is respected and modernized.
As every year since 1982, a Christmas tree 25 meters high, came in 2014 Calabria was adorned with economic and ecological light thanks to a new LED lighting system. Similar light Basilica!
At his side, a monumental crib and inspired by the Italian opera designed by Alfredo Troisi and offered by the foundation "Verona per l'Arena" which aims to disseminate the aura of the opera.
A tradition well attended these visitors as explained: "This is the symbol of Christianity. We find here both the sacred and the profane, because the scene of the Nativity, it is Christianity as the Christmas tree is a secular tradition, it amuses the children and we are doing so at home "said the Italian.
"It's a tradition that unites the whole family in this moment of celebration. It is a tradition, but it is also a way to get the family together for just decorate the tree and this is something symbolic about is, "said the Barcelona's.
Pope Francis celebrates the second Wednesday midnight mass of his pontificate began in March 2013.
