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Christmas in France
Christmas markets, concerts in churches, waiting for Pere Noel or dishes are some of the traditions that are not lacking during Christmas appointment. But not all regions ofFrance celebrate the holidays in the same way, in Alsace and Lorraine are deeply rooted customs of Germanic origin, while in the south the traditions retain a Mediterranean flavor.
PREPARATIONS
Theparties themselves begin on December 24. Still, the end of November already firing the starting gun purchases and holiday decorations. The city streets are filled with lights, shop windows wear their bestclothes, and the French begin visits to stores to stock up on gifts and local products.
CHRISTMAS EVE
Christmas Eve and French are quintessential family celebrations. Families come to the table toexchange good wishes. It is a country that prides itself on cultivating the art of cuisine and entertainment about the good food, the house is tastefully decorated: lighted candles on the table.Sprigs of holly colgadas.En tonight's loved ones gather to represent the birth of Christ. Also, at 12 midnight attend Mass typical Gallo.Es you eat foie gras or goose, and turkey boudin blanc asado.Comodessert is served "the Buche de Noel", a cake Coated stem form chocolate or cream truffle filling.
NOCHEVIEJA
The other important conclusion is December 31 and January 1. Unlike Christmas Eve, NewYear is celebrated among friends. Around a table stocked with meats, the French are to hold between champagne toasts, hugs and dancing with bouncing the año.En some places, the environment is also on thestreet. In the Champs Elysees in Paris, groups of strangers shared bottles of champagne and middle of the road you want the best for the coming year, with the benevolent gaze of thousands of lampslit along the great avenue connecting the Arc de Triomphe to the Place de la concordia.Los who stay at home have it easier to follow the tradition: at midnight should be kissing and hugging under a...