For the first time in its history, Mundo Belén will be exhibited outside the borders of Ávila.

The headquarters of the European Parliament in Spain, located in Madrid, will receive a selection of works from Mundo Belén, the exhibition of nativity scenes from around the world at the Teresiano Sanjuanista International Center, which this year celebrates its 15th edition.

The exhibition will open its doors next Friday December 1st at the headquarters of the Parliament (Paseo de la Castellana, 46) and will remain there for ten days.

This initiative was possible thanks to the collaboration of PPE MP Ana Collado with CITeS. With this, Collado seeks, on the one hand, to normalize the celebration of Christmas of institutions, and on the other hand, to publicize this interesting exhibition which brings together nativity scenes from more than a hundred countries and that intended for the inhabitants of ‘Avila. has become a Christmas tradition.

Mundo Belén is characterized by the collection of nativity scenes from five continents, brought together thanks to the trips made by the Carmelita family. And it stands out for its global diversity by exhibiting more than 600 different nativity scenes, several dozen of which are visible in this exhibition. Each work is a testimony to the different ways the world celebrates Christmas. From traditional depictions to unique pieces from places as far away as Australia, Chile, Canada and South Africa, these nativity scenes offer a unique look at the different nativity traditions around the world with a common spirit: the celebration of the Nativity of Christ.

Mundo Belén thus presents itself as a unique opportunity to enjoy the cultural richness of Christmas, to remember the family tradition of installing the nativity scene, to experience the spirituality of these dates, and also as an opportunity to raise awareness of CITeS with this first exhibition. outside Avila.

The exhibition will be open to the public from December 1 to 9, during opening hours. To attend you must register for free at the link http://bit.ly/3QOQCid.