Albanians respect family values very much. So whenever they decide to
celebrate, they do it together with their entire family. Albania has
a mix of Christian and Moslem population.
Although New Year's Eve is the most celebrated day, Christmas is very well celebrated,
as well. The tradition of gift giving is maintained on the New Year's Eve
for a long time. Feasting takes a prominent place during the Christmas.
Almost all Christian families go for special cooking for their Xmas meal
or dinner. There's the turkey, stuffing, and different side dishes. And desert takes a special place.
Albanians call it "bakllava" which here in America is
known as "baklavash." It's like a pie, but far more complicated.
Yet it's delicious. Albanians also have their big and nicely decorated Christmas tree, in the center of the capital,
Tirana. It is like a small version of the Tree in New York City. |
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