If you are planning your Angola Tours, why not plan to spend your Christmas in Angola. Apart from an Angolan Christmas you can also experience various Festivals and Events in Angola. The country is located in south-central Africa and is bordered by many African nations. To the north is the country of Democratic Republic of the Congo, to the south is Namibia, to the east is Zambia and to the west is the Atlantic Ocean. The country is rich in diamonds and petroleum and was a colony of the Portuguese Empire for 500 years. Christmas in Angola has its own African charm and you will have a unique experience.
Christmas in Angola is celebrated much the same way as around the world but with a taste of Africa here and there. Being one of the major Holidays in Angola, the preparations begin well in advance. Streets, churches and houses are decorated and many shops give discounts. While spending your Christmas in Angola you can visit some of the Attractions of Angola too. While planning your Angola Travel, you can visit beaches and national parks.
As the Christmas season approaches the colleges and school close down. You will find carolers touring the cities, towns and villages singing the ever classic carols. There are special Christmas services held in numerous churches throughout the country. You can attend the special Midnight Mass held in various churches. You can see decorated Christmas trees in most places. Many places have fests for children where presents are kept under the Christmas tree.
Christmas in Angola is celebrated in a big way as it is one of the most important festivals. Angolans buy and exchange gifts and this is the time when people try to stay together with near and loved ones. At midnight on December 24, Angolans have special feasts. They eat cozido de bacalhau which is cooked cold fish with many vegetables. Food also includes turkey with rice and table wine and other drinks.
After midnight Angolans exchange gifts, eat homemade cakes and dried fruits while they wish each other. Some popular dishes you can enjoy for Christmas in Angola are roast beef, pork, vegetables, rice dishes and other cuisine. And no Christmas in Angola is complete without partying. There are partying all night long and on December 25 to January 2nd of the next year.
Online information on Christmas in Angola is provided by travel.mapsofworld
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