The majority of people in Kyrgyzstan are Muslim so don't celebrate December 25th... and Russian Orthodox chruch celebrates Christmas on January 7th. In Kyrgyzstan, New Years is this kind of combo Halloween, Christmas, New Years holiday where everyone gets together with their families, eat tons of good food, give small gifts, and then celebrates with their friends after midnight. I spent the night with my host family and felt truly lucky. In the past, I've always run around on December 31st, trying to find something to make the New Years memorable... but usually just end up disappointed. This year, I stayed at home with people who love me and finally found everything I was looking for. Welcome 2010!!
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