Just one last ‘Presepio de Natal’
In the hilltop village of Alferce, in Portugal’s Algarve, a gathering is taking place on the streets.
Wise men, shepherds and curious onlookers, they have come to see the Nativity scene at the heart of the village. And who can blame them?
Isn’t it beautiful? If graceful can be said to be “full of grace”, I think this qualifies for the Weekly Photo Challenge. Don’t you agree?
Pop in and see Cate if you have six words to share, too.
Jo this is such a beautiful little place and I see with joy that they keep up with their own age long tradition. At first I thought they were real people (my eyes!!!) 🙂 – thanks for sharing this with us. Hugs to you
It’s a tiny village, Carina, and I think it’s very special that they honour traditions like this. It’s a lovely thing to share. 🙂
You melt my heart with these nativity posts Jo, truly amazing… ❤
We definitely hope to be back out there at the same time next year, Sherri. It was fab 🙂 🙂
Yes, beautiful indeed. And impressive that a small? village puts on such a magnificent display.
The village is tiny! I don’t know how they manage to make a living because it’s so remote, but really beautiful. I love that they keep up their traditions. 🙂
I do so love your glimpses into the tranquil little life of the Algarve. Someday I shall make it there to enjoy every quaint nook and cranny you feature.
It’s taken me years to find these nooks and crannies, AG, but you’re very welcome to join me 🙂 🙂
How fabulous is that? Oh my you find the sweetest collections to show us Jo.
I see in the comments you are not feeling so well? Hoping you have a quick recovery. Xo
Just flu, hon. I was bopping about to Long Tall Sally while I did some housework and it started another coughing fit so I’m back to the blog. Obviously h/w doesn’t agree with me. Couldn’t be Little Richard could it? 🙂 🙂 Cheered me up, anyway.
Yes stay away from that pesky housework! Feel better soon. Xo
Lovely walk…
Such a nice time of the year in the Algarve, Lori 🙂 Happy Sunday!
Life size models as well as the crib, Alferce is amazing. I hope you’re feeling better sweetheart, and manage some fresh air perhaps? I think it’s going to be sunny here today, I’m off to north Devon to see my ex husbands mums for her 90th birthday. Have a nice day, you’re off away soon aren’t you? Gxx
Sounds like a lovely day for you, Gilly. Have a lovely time 🙂 I might wimp out and stay huddled in front of the tennis with my sunshine images of the Algarve. There was a lovely little swimming pool at the back of Alferce, looking out on the hills.
James is arriving this evening and we’ll have a birthday meal out tomorrow. I met my friend Ann in our marina yesterday and I was goosed after. Florence not till the end of Feb. Looking forward to watching it on Invisible Italian Cities this week. Naples and Venice were amazing. Hugs, honeybun!
Wonderful photos of such a special occasion and celebration, Jo. Your last image is especially breathtaking. Happy weekend to you. xx
I’m coughing and wheezing like an aged smoker, Ad. I can just about manage to hit the keys and watch the tennis. 🙂 Hope you’ve got those mirrors sorted.
Oh no!! Get better soon. xx