Christmas Eve

On this day begins the solemn preparation of Peruvians for ChristmasOn this day begins the solemn preparation of Peruvians for Christmas. Most families prefer to spend Christmas Eve in churches, sing songs, play plays. Women prepare a traditional Christmas Eve dish – bread filled with fruit.

Very popular is the fair, which sells drawings, frescoes, crafts made of stone, ceramics and other materials related to Christmas - scenes of the birth of Jesus.

In the evening on Christmas Eve, Peruvians gather at home at the festive table, exchange gifts. Turkey can be found on the table, but in most houses it is replaced with chicken. Of the popular drinks, hot chocolate can be noted.