Christmas Traditions around the world: Poland

 


Christmas is one of the biggest holidays of the year.

When I moved to Alaska from Poland I realized how different the two cultures are but also how similar they are.

It was a big shock for me. I think what I missed the most was the way and how long we celebrate Christmas in Poland.

Advent is the beginning of Christmas time in Poland. It starts four Sundays before Christmas and ends with the feast of the Three Kings on January 6.

It’s a time when people try to be at peace with each other and remember the real reason for Christmas (a time of forgiveness, reconciliation and love) and excess...



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