Christmas was celebrated at the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Stockholm on 09th December 2017 with an evening of prayers, carols and entertainment.
Ambassador of Sri Lanka in Stockholm Damayanthie Rajapakse delivered the welcome speech. The celebration was made solemn with the religious observances and Christmas messages delivered by Rev. Father Francisco Herrera-Mayagoitia and Rev. Sister Jenny Salaj.
The Christmas Programme comprised of Christmas carols performed by Sri Lankan children living in Stockholm. The Embassy had the pleasure of welcoming the children from Adolf Fredrik music school, one of the most prestigious music schools in Sweden who performed at the event together with Sri Lankan children. Other Sri Lankans and the staff of the Embassy also joined in singing Christmas carols.
The nativity scene was enacted by Sri Lankan children at the venue and the role of Santa Claus was played by a Sri Lankan to make the event more vibrant and colourful. A large number of Sri Lankans and Swedish nationals participated in the event and enjoyed Sri Lankan food served to the guests.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Stockholm
12th January 2017
