Christmas Special Tour: Nativity Scenes, Turrón, and Traditions of Alicante

Did you know that there are surprising stories behind many of our Christmas traditions? Where does the figure of Santa Claus come from? Why do we set up nativity scenes? And what do New Year’s Eve grapes have to do with Alicante?

This Christmas, I invite you to discover the most special side of Alicante through its traditions, its most iconic sweets, and some interesting facts you may never have considered.

On this free tour through Alicante’s historic center, we’ll stroll through squares and hidden corners brimming with festive spirit to learn about the stories and customs that are part of our Christmas.

What will we discover? Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus: We’ll uncover the connection between Alicante’s patron saint and one of Christmas’s most famous figures. The world of nativity scenes: We’ll explore the city’s nativity scene tradition and some of its most notable displays. Alicante nougat: We’ll delve into the history of one of the main staples of our Christmas tables and discover what makes Alicante and Jijona nougat so special. New Year’s Eve traditions: We’ll talk about the twelve grapes and the fascinating stories surrounding this custom.