Christmas is one of the most famous holidays in the world. In Spain, like many other countries, this vacation focuses on celebrating the birth of Christ. It's time for families to gather together, celebrate the joy of the seasons, share songs, dances and family meals. Christmas trees, handmade decorations, birth scenes etc. are familiar places. These traditions are common in many countries, but there are several aspects of Spanish-specific Christmas holidays.
Prior to Christmas holidays, Spanish celebrities bring the tradition of "Hoguelas" (bonfire). This is a celebration of the winter solstice, which is the shortest day of the year. At the moment, people jump on a bonfire symbolizing the protection from illness. Also during the winter solstice, the swing set is constructed to be used by people with the belief that the high swing causes the sun to move higher in the air.
At Christmas Eve, a small lamp lights up in the window through the village representing the star of the sky at Christmas Eve. In the middle of the night, the bells ring in each village, calling everyone "La Misa Del Gallo". This is because this chicken was known as the first animal to announce the birth of Christ.
After Midnight Mass, Christmas dinner will be offered. Traditional holiday meals include "Pavo Trufado de Navidad" which is a Christmas turkey with truffles. Seafood such as farmed pig, duck, shrimp, shrimp, shrimp, trout and salmon are also offered. Traditional desserts are honey, almonds, marzipan made with eggs, and poro boron are sweet bread. There are nuts, dried fruits, caramel custard and so on. You can not eat without a drink. Cava is a Spanish champagne and is often accompanied by Christmas meal.
In many countries, Santa Claus visit is an important part of Christmas celebration. However, it is not so in Spain. Children receive small gifts from Christmas "Papa Noel", but this is not the majority of celebrations. Instead, they celebrate March 6th to commemorate the three wise men who brought gifts to Jesus, baby. On January 5, when three kings come to the village and town, we will participate in the parade. Given a chance, they ask the three kings for the present they are hiring. On the eve of this special day, children take off their shoes from places you can easily find. They are filled with straw and carrots for camels traveling by camels. The next morning, the straw and the carrots disappeared and we replaced them for the present. Special desserts are offered on this day. Rosé Condelos Reyes is a big circular cake. It is decorated with sweet and sour fruit representing jewels that were in three Kings'. Robe. There is surprise in the cake, and when it is found it becomes the king or the queen of the house.
The celebration of Christmas in Spain is similar to the way other countries celebrate it in Christmas trees and Christmas garlands. But by having a unique tradition, visitors can gain insights about Spaniards and their lives. By knowing the traditions of various countries like Spain you can gain new appreciation for Christmas holidays around the world.
