From house to house, along the narrow lanes of the village, the group of questua performers carries its devotional song when the sky has already darkened with the coming of evening. They enter the homes, greet those who welcome them, and announce the joyful news of the birth of Jesus, asking in return for offerings<\/b>. The glow of lit fireplaces and the warmth of kitchens accompany the singing and the refreshments, while the wine consumed on the spot helps the wanderers continue their route late into the night.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"