Lattakia-Sana
In celebration of Christmas and New Year's Day, the neighborhoods of Lattakia were decorated with the Eid suit, and the balconies were sparkled with decorative lights that adorned their residents by hanging them on walls and windows in various forms, and the facades were decorated with drawings inspired by the atmosphere of this distinctive occasion despite the current situation imposed by the Corona virus.
Eid celebrations are evident everywhere from the entrances to buildings decorated with red roses and wreaths hanging on the doors, with bells of joy or Santa Clauses, and Christmas trees in cafes and shops attract attention with their bright lights and colorful balls.
In a statement to SANA's correspondent, George Tannous indicated that everyone is excited to celebrate this day, which comes in exceptional circumstances to spread happiness and convey a message of love, peace and hope for the future, stressing the importance of ensuring compliance with the precautionary measures in order to preserve public health and safety in terms of wearing a mask, avoiding crowded places and reducing social visits. For parents, relatives and friends, and exchange birthday congratulations and blessings through phone calls, text messages and social media.
Young Madeleine Nehme indicated that she was waiting for this occasion as an ideal opportunity to spend time with her family, especially as she resides in Damascus, and she has disappointed her expectations with a large family celebration according to the customs and traditions of her family, such as meeting them in one house and staying up until late in an atmosphere full of joy, joy and singing, pointing out that she accompanied Her nephews go to the market to buy new clothes and tree decorations because it is necessary to revive these traditions and to plant love and noble values in their innocent hearts.
Engineer Mai Shammas confirmed that Christmas has its own rituals that she used to spend with her family, noting that what distinguishes the holiday is the tree, Santa Claus, the gifts that family and relatives exchange, staying up with friends, and enjoying the holiday atmosphere that is no longer the same as before due to health conditions.
In turn, Hoda Rasho said that Christmas has a special sanctity, as it is the feast of love and peace and the most characteristic of the red color that predominates in the dress of the holiday and the lighting of the tree, and Papa Noel, who draws a smile on the faces of children, his gorgeous heroine and his beautiful gifts while he wanders the streets and the sound of his small ringing bell informs everyone of his presence and competes Children receive it and choose what games they want.
Rasha Raslan