How is Christmas Eve traditionally celebrated in the Czech Republic?

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In the Czech Republic, the primary celebration of Christmas takes place on Christmas Eve. Traditions involve a division of labor within the family: while some members decorate the Christmas tree, others prepare the traditional holiday meal.1

The centerpiece of the Christmas Eve dinner is fish, with carp being the preferred choice. In the days leading up to the holiday, these fish are commonly sold live from large wooden tubs set up in cities across the country.1