1. Christmas in Switzerland
BY: CHARBELY RIOS

2. History
Christmas in Switzerland is celebrated in December 24 & 25. Advent, the period of preparation for the Birth of Jesus is very important to Swiss People. In Advent, a popular tradition is the advent wreath , it’s a green spruce garland that has 4 candles on it , one for each Sunday in advent.

3. Christmas Decorations
Christmas Tree
Inflatables
Santa Claus
Lights
Stockings

4. Christmas Dinner
On Christmas Eve , members of the family gather up to eat a sumptuous Christmas Dinner . They eat different kinds of food like:
Turkey
Swedish Ham
German Carp
Roasted Goose
Fondue ( for dessert )
German Carp
Swedish Ham
Roasted
Goose
Fondue
Turkey

5. Christmas Traditions
They gather around Christmas Tree and sing songs related to Christmas.
Some people read the passage concerning the Birth of Jesus From the Holy Bible.
Instead of buying a tree, Swiss People go hike through the forest in quest to find and cut a perfect Christmas Tree.
Children in Catholic Areas believe “Kristkindl” a Saint will bring them presents.
Other Kids believe that St. Nicholas is the gift bringer. He is believed to appear on Dec. 6 ( St. Nicholas Day) and fill the shoes or boots of kids (kept out at night) with fruits, nuts and sweets.

6. Credits
Google Images

7. Merry Christmas Or “Joyeux Noel”
P.S that’s how they say Merry Christmas in Switzerland