Saturday, March 07, 2009

Oberammergau 2010

Located about 60 miles southwest of Munich, Germany, Oberammergau is surrounded by majestic mountains and picturesque meadows. This peaceful, unspoiled village is well known not only for the warm hospitality its residents extend to visitors from around the world but also for its Passion Play, performed by the locals just once a decade. We are proud to offer the Passion Play in 2010 in conjunction with many of our popular Globus family of brands vacations, but this is a very limited opportunity, so don’t miss out—secure your space today!

Origins of the Tradition

In 1634, the Black Death decimated Europe’s population. Oberammergau remained untouched until a homesick villager returned one night, unknowingly bringing with him the dreaded plague. Almost 100 villagers died as a result. Frightened survivors vowed that if God saved them from the plague, once every 10 years they would reenact the agony and crucifixion of Christ. From then on, there were no further deaths from the plague—and the villagers have fulfilled their pledge ever since.

About the Passion Play

The Passion Play portrays the Passion of Christ—from the entry into Jerusalem to the Resurrection. Performances are held in the afternoon and evening, with an included dinner break in between. More than 2,000 actors, singers, musicians, and technicians participate, and rehearsals begin at least a year before the event. The Passion Play Theater has an open-air stage framed by magnificent alpine scenery, and a covered auditorium features almost 5,000 seats.

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