how is christmas celebrated in guatemala

Christmas is a highly anticipated holiday in Guatemala, a predominantly Christian country in Central America. The celebrations in Guatemala typically begin with the feast of Immaculate Conception on December 8th, which is followed by a series of festivities leading up to Christmas Eve on December 24th. During this time, many families gather together to decorate their homes and trees, attend church services, and enjoy traditional food such as tamales and hot chocolate. Children also eagerly await the arrival of "Los Tres Reyes" (The Three Kings) on January 6th, who bring presents and gifts to good children.