Museu de Betlems, Nativity scene museum in old town, Alicante, Spain.
The Museu de Betlems exhibits over 200 nativity scenes crafted from materials including wood, clay, and fabric, displaying diverse artistic techniques and regional styles.
The museum preserves a Spanish tradition dating back to 1300, when the first documented nativity scene was installed at Barcelona Cathedral.
The collection features nativity scenes from multiple countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Poland, Portugal, China, Israel, Japan, and South American nations.
The museum operates Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 to 13:45 and 17:15 to 19:45, with guided tours explaining the creation methods and historical context.
The building contains an ancient water cistern and displays a life-size nativity scene created by Pedro Hurtado Carreres among its permanent collection.
Location: Alicante
Address: C/ de Sant Agustí, 3, 03002 Alacant, Alicante
GPS coordinates: 38.34591,-0.48168
Latest update: March 5, 2025 07:19
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