The main part of the christmas in Bolivia is the Presebre, which is the nativity scene, set up by most families. christmas in Bolivia is the only occasion when families return home later at night or in the morning of Christmas. After this, the holiday feasting begins. Bolivians know little about Santa Claus and whatever is known of him is by the name Papa Noel.
The Presebre are made up like pyramid, having the manger at the top. In the middle of the Presebre, Bolivians put things found in the villages and stores. A cobbler would place dozens of tiny shoes, and also some tools of the trade in the Presebre. Also to be found in the manger are miniature of gifts to baby Jesus, like toys, ornaments, and paintings.
Late night on Christmas Eve, bells ring to bring families to the church for the Mass of the Rooster (Misa Del Gallo). As christmas in Bolivia occurs in Summer, iced drinks can be found in the meal and tables are decorated with blooming flowers. But Bolivians give presents to children on January 6. Children keep their shoes outside the door, which are filled with treats by the Three Kings during the night.
The Bolivia Christmas is celebrated by the local people mainly during the harvest festival. People give thanks to whom? for completing the work of the year. All the work done round the year is accounted for and proposals are made for the coming year. christmas in Bolivia is the time for adoration of the Goddess Mother Earth for bringing fruitful harvest. They also pray to keep people out of plague and offer a prosperous coming year.
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