christmas
Christmas celebrations around the world
Some information about the holiday ...
In countries that a primary culture is Christian - west, Christmas has become the most important holiday of the year , and they will celebrate a religious holiday and as the date for a secular symbol of family unity . Countries where primary culture is Christian - East, in Christmas gives family members each other gifts . A common tradition says that Santa Claus giving gifts to children that act good .
Some pictures and information around the world...
USA-New York
Christmas in New York is definitely white. December 25, marks the birthday of Jesus. Most Americans celebrate this by decorating their homes with lights and Christmas trees, hearty holiday meal and exchange gifts among family and friends. Christmas snow, is a day in which almost without exception, all businesses, government offices and schools are closed.
Italy-Rome
Many Italians celebrate the birth of Jesus on Christmas Day which takes place on 25 December each year. Italy continues the holiday for a few weeks until Epiphany. It is customary that children at this write letters to Father Christmas which will seek gifts. Businesses and many organizations are closed on the same day as banks and post offices.
Israel-Bethlehem
Festival atmosphere prevails in the city accompanied by lots of decorations, balloons, candy and musicians that appear on all sides, with Christmas trees control the landscape. The streets draw colored lights adorn the streets with lights, and under them are collected thousands of Christians celebrated all over the country and the world. Unlike the practice in Europe, not greeted celebrants snow, but cool sun did not overturn the joy you get a peak at midnight.
Kiev-Ukraine
In December placed in the Hall of the National Art "Ukraine" Kiev, a huge Christmas tree for Christmas. This is displayed in the main tree and in addition it will be in the Hall concerts, attractions, and New Year celebrations. Despite the cold, it is recommended to arrive in the evening to watch the tree, so you can also enjoy the lights and decorations twinkling spread.
Brussels-Belgium
Every year there is a square "Saint Catherine" a Christmas Fair in Brussels festive. Giant Christmas tree in the square, illuminated with colored lights, holiday songs are played everywhere, and more than 200 chalets selling gifts and decorations, candy, holiday delicacies and crafts.
Sydney-Australia
Christmas Australian accompanied by parts of a day sunny in contrast traditional sleet and snow. Australians leave their homes for picnics with family, rest on the beach, in addition to the lighted Christmas trees and stockings filled with gifts.
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