Unique Christmas Traditions Around the World

The diverse Christmas traditions observed around the world provide an intriguing mosaic of cultural practices.

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As a result of an effective advertising campaign, KFC is associated with the Japanese New Year, while in Sweden the Yule Goat is a beloved Christmas icon.

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"Caga Tió" means "pooping log" in Catalonian Spanish, and it's a treasured ritual where a log "poops" out little presents.

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Folklore in Ukraine states that a poor family once adorned their Christmas tree with spider webs, which magically transformed into gold and silver. This is the origin of the popular practice of spider web decorations.

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To protect themselves against ghosts and goblins, Norwegian families hide brooms on Christmas Eve. At the same time, an elderly witch named La Befana brings presents to kids in Italy.

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A vibrant procession, traditional feasts, and religious ceremonies mark the Ethiopian Christmas celebration on January 7th.

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In addition to illuminating the diversity of human civilization, learning about these customs helps one better understand and appreciate the universality of Christmas cheer.

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