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    How to celebrate Christmas in Turkey

    This weekend, many expats in Turkey will feel a bit homesick for their countries and family in Turkey. There are things to know if you want to have a better Christmas in Turkey this year, and hopefully this will help you.
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    This Sunday, December 25th is Christmas day around the world. Although it is not widely celebrated in Turkey, there are a variety of ways you can make this day even better for yourself. Not only was Santa Claus himself born here, but also there are many amazing and significant churches are located in Istanbul.

    What to do on Christmas Eve?
    Go to a fancy hotel
    Many fancy hotels in Istanbul host lavish Christmas dinners and buffets. That's why so many expats and foreigners go to one for a Christmas dinner! In Istanbul the Hilton Hotel, Conrad Hotel and Movenpick host these events and also include interesting activities for children. In addition to the discounted offers for the younger crowd.

    Where to go to a church?
    There are several churches you can go to for Christmas. Church of Saint Anthony of Padua, which is the largest Roman church in Istanbul, the Church of Saint Mary Draperies, which dates back to 1584, the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, the Church of Saint Peter and Paul and many others will offer services on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in a variety of languages.

    Is there a traditional western Christmas in Turkey?
    Yeah, sort of! These days, people participate in Christmas traditions such as decorating and exchanging gifts. So you will definitely feel the Christmas spirit while in Turkey. However, people of Turkey might not explicitly wish you a merry Christmas. So if a Turk didn't understand the significance of this holiday for you, try not to be offended. You are after all in their country and it is not fair to get offended over something that has little significance to them.
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