Christmas Eve is one of the most important of all the Ecuador Festivals and Events that is celebrated in the country with great enthusiasm and joy. Christmas Eve that is celebrated on the 24th of December is a very important day in the Ecuadorian Calendar.
General Information about Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve is a holy day that is celebrated worldwide on the 24th of December. It is the day that comes before the ultimate Christmas Day, which is 25th of December. The Christmas Eve marks the beginning of the Christmas time. This is mainly the festival of the Christian Community which gives the indication about the arrival of Christmas day every year, the day when Jesus Christ was born.
Christmas Eve in Ecuador
Ecuador is a country of festivals and celebrations. Christmas Eve is definitely one of the most important celebrations of Ecuador. On the morning of Christmas Eve, the colorful procession takes place which is popularly known as “Pase del Niño Viajero Parade” that marches along the streets of Ecuador. People dress up in the finest outfits and are seen busy in singing and dancing around the country, and exchanging gifts. One important tradition of Christmas Eve is that the natives from nearby villages deck up their cars, trucks and donkeys with different food articles which are considered to be “sign of prosperity”. Turkey, Lamb, baked potatoes, and brown sugar bread are the must foods articles that also signify the true spirit of Christmas Eve.
Lots of preparation is made throughout the country, so as to make the date of Christmas Eve very special.
