07DEC2017 - Holiday Today - Guatemala

Guatemala - Eve of the Immaculate Conception
On December 8, the Catholic Church celebrates the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. The eve of the Immaculate Conception is a public holiday in some countries, namely Guatemala and Colombia. In both countries, the celebration has some specific traditions.
In Colombia it is a traditional holiday known as Little Candles' Day (Día de las Velitas). On December 7, Colombians light candles and paper lanterns to show their belief in the dogma of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary. These candles and lanterns can be seen everywhere: on porches, balconies, windows, streets, sidewalks, squares, parks. In some cities, special lanterns and candles festivals are held on the occasion.

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