Christmas, the prime festival of the Christians has started with a blast since it’s the month of December, followed by New Year, the most enthusiastically awaited day for everyone so gear up with open arms to welcome these two remarkable days of the year. The day of Christmas is celebrated on the 25th of December every year, marking the birth of Jesus Christ while on the other hand, New Year is about bidding farewell to the present year remembering the good times and saying goodbyes to all the hard times yet learning from our mistakes. Though as compared to others, the population of Christians is marginal however; this fiesta is celebrated with élan! Its a festivity packed with loads of gifts and fun, scattering love and warmth everywhere.
The delicate fragrance of fresh needle like pine trees and the aroma of baked cakes, doughnuts and cookies add to the mood of everyone! And how can one forget about carols? The sweet and joyous songs sung during Christmas. In comparison with other Hindu festivals it’s like celebrating “Diwali”, the festival of lights and happiness so there is no doubt that during this time of the year every nook and corner is extravagantly decorated with all sorts of fancy lights, giving competition to the other. Christmas brings love and affection for your loved ones, making them realize how special and how much they mean to you!
In India, Christmas is celebrated in certain parts like Goa, Bengal, southern India and the north east, where their population is pretty high. One will find huge imitation of stars portraying as the “Star of Bethlehem” apart from other decorations like pine trees, bells, gift packages and the “Popular Santa Clause”. The state of Goa is perfect during Christmas and New Year for those who love beaches, sand and sun while south India will be an ideal destination for its peaceful and calm atmosphere, making you feel like you are in your second home. Besides, the hilly states of the north east adorned with all the decorations of Christmas and New Year, accompanied by its cool weather will surely take your breath away and if one is fortunate enough to get a “bird’s eye view” then what more be asked for Christmas and New Year’s gifts? |
