Find the festive spirit in Rome

Holidaymakers looking for the perfect gift this Christmas might want to board a plane to Rome for the annual Natale Oggi fair.

One of the largest events of its kind, the fair takes place between December 7th and 17th at the Fiera di Roma and allows visitors to take their pick of the finest goods from across the globe to please a loved one this yuletide.

Shoppers can choose from a wide range of jewellery, toys, foods, holidays and more at this Rome event, with those opting for edible gifts being able to taste what they are buying at a series of specialist food events.

Children are catered for with a host of fairground attractions and a visit from Santa, while older visitors are able to enjoy a number of exhibitions and musical acts during the fair.

As you would expect, Christmas is celebrated in some style in Italy, so travellers to the country will find much to see and do over the festive period.

For more information, see the Rome tourist office website.

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