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Christmas Tradition in Holland |
Christmas marks celebration, joy and happiness. Since time immemorial, people are giving beautiful Christmas gifts to each other. In order to make the celebration of Christmas memorable, you may go for great Christmas gift ideas. People sing beautiful Christmas carols on Christmas party. Christmas decoration is another major component of grand Christmas party.
Christmas Traditions
Bells, stars and candies are clung to the beautiful Christmas tree. Mouth-watering Christmas recipes are also prepared on the Christmas Eve, such as Christmas cookies or Christmas cakes. People all over the world celebrate Christmas with great enthusiasm. Interesting Facts about Christmas Tradition in Holland
- During Christmas season, St. Nicholas Day is an occasion of grand celebrations.
- St. Nicholas arrives by steamer on the last Saturday of November. He is accompanied along with his servant Black Peter.
- St. Nicholas is dressed up in customary robes of bishop. Black Peter arrives in Spanish attire.
- On 5th December, Sinterklass Eve is celebrated. Christmas gifts are distributed among people.
- During Christmas season, farmers blow long horns at sunset. To announce the arrival of Christmas season, over the village water wells, these horns are blown.
- People visit churches, sing carols and dance during Christmas celebrations.
- Christmas tree is decorated and it is the center of home decoration
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Last Updated :- 15 December, 2014
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