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Why do traditional nativity sets have a bagpiper?
Many traditional nativity sets include a bagpiper, and this may be a little puzzling for folks who don't know the tradition of the zampogna. Why does a nativity set have a bagpiper?My great aunt's nativity scene, which I display every year, includes a bagpiper. My first thoughts on seeing this figure many years ago were - playing bagpipes? For a baby? Doesn't seem like the most soothing of ideas.In Italy, where the nativity display tradition began, shepherds would entertain by playing the zampog
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Jun 13th 2017
Our 1st Nativity from Ireland - What Took So Long?
Within the past few months, the folks at YonderStar have been hard at work getting ready to launch the new website. And Brett has been scouring the globe for new countries to add to our Nativity Scenes Around the World showcase.Just a few days ago we got this lovely Pewter Nativity in stock from "the old sod". It is exquisite and will last a lifetime.
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May 25th 2017
Thank you for following Yonder Star - Welcome!
Welcome! We began Yonder Star in 2000, with a passion for nativity scenes. We began with a just a small offering of classic and unique nativity sets. We slowly expanded to include outdoor nativity sets and Fontanini. In subsequent years, Yonder Star has grown to offer the most prolific nativity collection on the web. And because we are committed sharing our blessings, we have always donated 10% of our profits to charity.
Mar 22nd 2017