Christmas is celebrated to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ.
New Delhi:
German Ambassador to India Philipp Ackermann appreciated the large number of Indians celebrating the Christmas festival with such joy and enthusiasm.
Speaking to X (formerly Twitter), he said that Christmas is not a festival just for Christians and in India a large number of non-Christians celebrate it. “Merry Christmas and frohe Weihnachten,” Ackermann posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Watch the video here:
Merry Christmas 🎄 & frohe Weihnachten 💫 pic.twitter.com/pprJjTeRqn
– Dr Philipp Ackermann (@AmbAckermann) December 24, 2023
In a video message, the German envoy said: “Christmas is not just for Christians. When you are in India, you realize how many people celebrate Christmas who are not Christians. It’s something I really appreciate.”
“The way Indians welcome this celebration and this day of peace and joy is wonderful. I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Frohe Weihnachten,” he added.
Meanwhile, the markets of the national capital are dazzling for the celebration of Christmas.
Delhi’s Khan Market is full of stalls selling Santa hats, trees, reindeer, wreaths, candles and other decorative items.
Meanwhile, churches, educational institutions and private buildings in the national capital are all adorned with festive lights and decorations in the run-up to Christmas.
The city’s bakeries are working overtime as pastry shops see increased traffic as the festivities approach.
Christmas is celebrated to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. Carol songs, dazzling Christmas lights and decorated Christmas trees inspire people to join in the December 25 celebrations.
Christmas is an annual holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, celebrated by billions of people around the world on December 25 as a religious and cultural event.
Delhi’s Sacred Heart Cathedral Catholic Church was decorated ahead of Christmas.
Many parts of India come alive with the festive spirit of Christmas. Churches from Coimbatore to Srinagar were all decorated and lit up to celebrate the festival.
If Christmas is known for its spirit of conviviality, it is also the time to treat yourself and spend time with family.
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