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I've always preferred the term Natale in opposed to Xmas, it looks better when it's written in cards o a part of Natale decorations, and what's an Xmas anyway? I know that it's some type of abbreviation for the word Natale but it doesn't look right and it sounds worse if te try saying it, Natale has become so commercialized over the years it seems as though many of us have Lost our Natale cheer and the meaning of Natale isn't what it used to be, however this is my first Natale on fanpop and it's great to have a spot dedicated to this festive season, I am the youngest...

In Ukraine, the Natale holidays begin since 2nd of January. Prior to Natale in the Ukraine, people try to complete almost all important work. As usual, the hostess thoroughly cleans the house, covers the new tablecloth, tries to make new clothes before holiday. On January 4th Ukrainians prepare everything for the future festive Natale dinner. According to tradition, there should be 12 courses for Svyatvecher (Christmas). All they have to be lean.

Traditionally, 12 courses are prepared because it is believed that during the anno the mese run over the earth for 12 times. Therefore,...