I love to see Lucchio clinging to its mountain. Here it is in rain and mist in autumn.
When I return to Bagni di Lucca I will enjoy the stunning winter view. I am hoping for snow.
Lucchio in rain and mist
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Author Archives: Debra Kolkka
Beauty and the Beast
This looks like fun.
Some of the characters were in costume in the recent Santa parade and they look stunning. It should be a great show.
Babbo Natale
This year in Bagni di Lucca a wonderful team has created La Casa Di Babbo Natale in Villa Web, the villa famous for its part time resident, Lord Byron. My friend Paola kindly visited to take some photos so that we can all see Santa’s house.
Walk up from La Villa, past the Terme, and up to Villa Web.
Open the front door…
Santa was out, probably discussing travel arrangements with his helpers and getting the toys sorted. His chair was waiting for his return.
Santa’s green helpers were on hand to show Paola around.
Santa’s bedroom looked comfortable and inviting. He needs his rest before the big day.
The fire was alight, waiting for Santa’s return.
The kitchen is looking festive and the table is set ready for Christmas.
There is a desk where children can sit to write letters to Santa. Several years ago we visited Santa’s home in Finland where we saw the post office where their letters arrive. There are more letters from Italian children than from other countries.
Paola took a look a Santa’s list. I’m sure our names will be on it.
Well done to all those who set up Casa di Babbo Natale! Thank you Paola for sharing it with us.
I hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas and an excellent 2018.
Fun in Fornoli and a Santa walk
Don’t miss the Festa della Briciole in Fornoli this Sunday and the Santa walk starting in La Villa.
Wild weather
There has been some wild weather in Bagni di Lucca. There was snow for a few hours before rain came to wash it all away.
The river that was extraordinarily low this summer is now roaring past.
I wish I was around to see the snow and rain. I love to stand at my window to watch it all happen.
Thank you Paul for taking photos of my front yard.
Presepe Vivente Granaiola
I would love to have been at the Presepe Vivente in Granaiola on the weekend. This event is one of the most delightful things to happen in Bagni di Lucca. The whole community gets involved, turning an ancient village into living theatre.
Local photographer David Bonaventuri took these amazing photos. Please look at his Facebook page for more and while you are there see the amazing photos he takes of our beautiful area.
My friend Paola managed to get her photo taken with baby Jesus, played wonderfully by Rafael Kniver.
She took photos too.
I know the event was enjoyed by all who participated. I will have to stay on through December one year to see it for myself.
Live nativity
This year the Living Nativity event will be held in Granaiola.
This is one of the highlights of the year in Bagni di Lucca. Here are a couple of photos from past events.
Be there on 3rd December if you can.
Bagni di Lucca lights up
I wish I was around to see La Villa lit up for Christmas. Fortunately Valerio Ceccarelli was on hand to take some photos of the first night of the lights.
I hope it is a wonderful festive season for everyone.
Tennis Club
The tennis courts in La Villa have their winter covers on.
I think it is great that the courts are available all year.
A great idea
There has been a series of wonderful events for children and their families lately at the theatre in La Villa.
Lots of people attended and had a great time. Well done Wanda!
It is great to see new activities in Bagni di Lucca. It is possible that there will be another series in the new year.
Bella Bagni di Lucca 