Tamala Research Paper

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Christmas in Guatemala

One of the biggest holiday celebrations in the world is Christmas. Guatemala is one of the countries that have many traditions and culture. Although times have changed and evolved a bit of modernity, it is still held in great. Christmas is perhaps the most anticipated festivity in the country. Since early December families gather for the preparations of the gastronomic dishes, the development of the Christmas tree, and receive traditional inns.

Guatemala has a variety of traditional food because it is a multicultural country. One of the greatest dishes is served during Christmas and is called “Tamales”. The preparation the main dish from Guatemala the “tamales” is a complicated task but very cultural also. Several

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