Today I want to share a few photos of Christmas decorations here in Verona.

First and foremost is the Stella Cometa, the huge white, metal Christmas Star sculpture that “comes out of” the old Roman amphitheater, L’Arena.  It’s magnificent, day or night.

L’Arena and the Stella Cometa, Verona, 2016

L’Arena and the Stella Cometa at night, Verona, 2016

I love seeing this – it’s one of my favorite things about Verona at this time of year. The fact that I’ve posted a photo of this star already this year should convince you of that.  I have taken lots of photos of it every time we’ve been able to visit; heck, I even sell merchandise with a photo I took of it years ago.

Shameless plug, I know, but I’m carrying one of those tote bags with me here on this trip.

But the Stella Cometa isn’t the only beautiful holiday decoration in Verona.  Several of the main streets/areas in the center of the historic district have decorative lighting.  Here are a couple of examples:

Holiday lights, Corsa Porto Borsari, Verona 2016

Via Mazzini decorations, Verona 2016

Via Capello decorations (foreground), Piazza Erbe decorations beyond, Verona, 2016

The lights in Piazza Erbe — which are the lines hanging in the background – are in motion; they change, going from a straight “drip” of the lights (like a snowfall) to a sparkly display.  It’s enchanting when you see it in person. Here’s a video to  try to share a sense of that; (let me know if you have problems playing the video; be patient, as it might take a minute or so before the video starts playing):

Anyway, I love walking around and seeing all the decorations; hope you enjoy this bit of a Verona Christmas!