Let’s learn more about Christmas in Armenia. Armenian Christmas date Armenians celebrate Christmas on January 6 unlike the rest of the world (at the beginning of the 4th century, the Roman church moved Christmas to December 25th) . The feast in Armenia begins on January 5 at 17: 00 and lasts until midnight. Armenian Christmas traditions On the evening of the 5th of January, the Holy Liturgy of "Chragaluits" is served in all the churches. "Chragaluits" is an Armenian word which is translated as "lighting of lamps". This evening, believers take lighted lamps and candles to their homes. Illumination symbolizes the light of the Star of Bethlehem, which showed the way for the Magi to the baby Christ. Before Christmas, Armenians fast for exactly five days. However, the Christmas table of Armenians is rich in dishes. Armenians have a unique way to greet each other on Christmas. When Armenians meet, they greet each other with these interesting words: "Christ is Born and Revealed". And the answer is "Good news for you and us". Armenian Christmas 2019 Visit Armenia during Christmas and be the part of a holy festival in the holy land. Gardman Tour is ready to organize fantastic Christmas holidays for you, so all you need is just to call us +374 10 545353. Gardman Tour, 07.11.2018 |