A unique country, located in the cramped area between France and Spain, is attractive to tourists thanks to the Andes and the Andean Cordilleras - the longest mountain chain on the planet. People from all over the world come to this region of beautiful gorges and picturesque nature to enjoy active rest on snow slopes.
But besides sports entertainment there is something to see . Holidays in Andorra is a great many - this is purely national days, and international, church and just invented for entertainment tourists. The scale of these celebrations will surprise even experienced tourists - not always the state is ready to pay a round sum for the entertainment of citizens.
Christmas
Perhaps, the most honored and magnificent of all the holidays in Andorra, is the birth of the baby Jesus. Since this is a Catholic state, where for people faith is not an empty phrase, this holiday is given great importance. Celebrate the holiday, as in the whole Catholic world, on the night of 24 to 25 December.
Tents with Christmas paraphernalia in the form of souvenirs made of natural materials are placed everywhere, and many shops, benches and cafes adorn the entrance to their establishment with deer from thousands of small lamps. And in the central square there are nurseries with a baby and figurines of the priests following the Bethlehem star.
Feast of John the Baptist
Once a pagan holiday, with which the church unsuccessfully fought for centuries, gained the upper hand. And now the Andorrans celebrate it, visiting church prayer services and lighting fire in lamps, in houses, building bonfires and launching fireworks, for fire is protection from evil spirits.
St. George's Day
This holiday is somewhat reminiscent of Valentine's Day, as it is also celebrated in love with couples. On this day, the shops are strewn with roses of various shades, as the symbol of this festival is a rose. This holiday is celebrated on April 23.
Constitution day
Not so long ago, on March 14, 1993, the main document of the country was adopted. And now this day, which is a day off, residents of the country with fireworks and salutes celebrate this event.
Day of Three Kings
Or the familiar Epiphany - a church holiday, celebrated by both Christians and Catholics. In all the temples and cathedrals, solemn liturgies are held, and in the evening you can see the costumed action taking place on the central streets of the city.
Sale
Since Andorra is a zone of duty-free trade, it's very profitable to go shopping here. It is recommended that you do this after the New Year holidays on a big sale day. It lasts until February and the closer to the end, the lower the prices for all kinds of goods.
Traditions and customs are very much respected in Andorra, therefore, in addition to national holidays, each of the regions hosts its own local festivities throughout the summer season.
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