Bolivia is one of the poorest countries in South America. Gifts are simple and small, but people are grateful. The picture shows typical little gifts and crafts that can be found in Bolivia. By law, there is a 13th paycheck for anyone formally employed. It sounds like a Christmas bonus, which people spend on gifts and on food for the Christmas Eve feast. The entire extended family gathers for Christmas Eve – it is almost bigger than Christmas Day.
Bolivia is one of the poorest countries in South America. Gifts are simple and small, but people are grateful. The picture shows typical little gifts and crafts that can be found in Bolivia. By law, there is a 13th paycheck for anyone formally employed. It sounds like a Christmas bonus, which people spend on gifts and on food for the Christmas Eve feast. The entire extended family gathers for Christmas Eve – it is almost bigger than Christmas Day.