Christmas in Goa
Christmas
Christmas is the most awaited festival for Christians. Christmas
marks the birth of lord Jesus. Celebrated on 25th december,
Christmas is observed globally, crossing the bounds of religion. The
festival of joy and peace starts at Christmas eve, ie, 24th december
with partying and celebrations, and continues till 25th December
night. Prayers are offered during day time. Midnight masses,
decorated churches, pealing of church bells and fireworks coupled
with messages of love, joy and peace are ushered in Christmas
celebrations all across the world. Houses are decorated with the
glowing star and little Christmas trees. The small trees are
decorated with tinsel stars, cotton or snow flakes, lights, candy
and cakes. Carols singing and sending cards are a must.
Christmas in Goa
Christmas is the most celebrated festival in Goa.
Though Christians are in minority in Goa and India, Christmas is one
of the festivals, which has highest involvement of people of all
religions. Parties and dancing is an integral part of the
festivities, and all Goans and tourists participate in them
wholeheartedly. Classy hotels, smaller clubs and restaurants, groups
of friends, schools, colleges and almost all social organizations
have parties, eat, drink, dance and celebrate. There is no dearth of
good spirit. Gifts are exchanged, according to the depth of the
pockets and Santa Claus brings gifts to a lot of good children.
Goa's Catholics flock to midnight mass services traditionally called
Missa de Galo or Cock Crow as they go on well into early hours of
the morning.
The Goan Way of Celebration
Dress up in the finest cloths and participate in the Missa de Galo.
Party till you drop. Beaches and roads are covered with people,
dressed in the best of attire. Dance and music are an integral part
of the celebrations. So dance all through the night and don't forget
to offer prayers in the churches in morning. Exchage gifts with your
dear ones and decorate your place of stay in typical christmas
style.
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