Damascus-Sana
With the approach of Christmas, the neighborhoods of Bab Touma, Al Qassa and Bab Sharqi are transformed into a panel decorated with bright colors, as families are keen to decorate their homes and balconies with lights and accessories.
In this period of the year, charitable work and bazaars abound in hotels and churches, while shops are preparing with the advent of Christmas by offering many forms of decorations, games and artificial caves that resemble those in which Christ, peace be upon him, was born, bells and candles.
George Atallah, owner of a gift shop in Al-Qasaa neighborhood, indicated that people are buying Christmas decorations, especially small pieces, due to the high prices of artificial trees.
And placing the Christmas tree, which has long symbolized goodness, love and giving, is one of the most beautiful Christmas traditions because it brings family members together to participate in decorating it.
Georgette Maari says that she and her children decorated the Christmas tree and lit it on the balcony of their house, and also decorated the cave with lights, confirming that she and her children are waiting for the day of Eid with the atmosphere it brings.
Fadia Haddad indicates that she and her family decorated their home with various forms of decorations, bells, candles and gifts, and also bought Eid clothes.
Firas Al-Sayegh believes that the Christmas decorations symbolize several meanings, as the cave embodies the story of the birth of Christ, the tree means giving, and (Santa Claus) symbolizes the importance of planting joy in the hearts of children with his loving personality and outfit.
Child Cesar Ashi notes that he enjoys decorating the tree with his mother and siblings, in addition to decorating the corners of the house and waiting for (Santa Claus) carrying gifts for all.
Bushra Mualla
