Christmas holidays in the United States usually last for nine days from February 24th, 65438 to October 24th, 65438/kloc-0. During this period, people will reunite with their families, hold Christmas celebrations, exchange gifts and spend holidays together. The Christmas holiday in Britain is also from 65438+February 24th to 65438+1 October1,totaling 18 days. During this period, people will go home for reunion, enjoy Christmas dinner together, sing Christmas songs, open presents and feel a strong festive atmosphere.
Christmas is the most festive holiday abroad, and Christmas Eve brings together many customs, manners and beliefs. According to tradition, when the first star appears in the sky, the Christmas Eve dinner begins. First, pray, and sometimes recite a passage about the birth of Jesus. The whole family wishes each other the New Year as a symbol of reconciliation, care, friendship and peace, and shares the sacred bread of Oplatek.
Dinner is only vegetarian. Traditionally, it should be 12 dish, which means 12 months of a year or the twelve apostles of Christ. But in fact, almost no one will count, because the more food on the table, the more auspicious the coming year will be. This custom originated from the worship of natural fruits in ancient times. People will sing Christmas carols after dinner. Many people will also attend late-night gatherings until the end of the day.
The custom of Christmas abroad
1, Christmas family get-together: During Christmas, many family members will get together and spend the holiday together. This usually includes family, relatives and friends. Family gatherings are usually held on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, and people will enjoy a big Christmas dinner together. Dinner usually includes turkey, pudding, Christmas candy and other traditional foods. After dinner, the family will decorate the Christmas tree together, sing Christmas songs and share gifts.
2. Christmas gift exchange: During Christmas, people usually give gifts to each other. These gifts can be anything, from practical items to precious jewelry, from exquisite works of art to delicious food. It has become a tradition for people to exchange gifts at family gatherings. In addition, many people will donate goods or money to charities during Christmas to help those in need.