23 Dec,2023
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It's a stark contrast to the more benevolent figure of Santa Claus.
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Children "feed" the log with treats and, on Christmas Day, beat it with sticks while singing traditional songs. The log then "poops out" small gifts.
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The town of Gävle has erected a giant straw goat in the town square. The goal is to keep it standing through Christmas, but vandals often try to burn it down.
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Children place their shoes on windowsills, and the Yule Lads either leave gifts or rotten potatoes, depending on the child's behavior.
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This unusual tradition started in the 1970s with a successful marketing campaign.
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Some families in the United States have a tradition of hiding a pickle-shaped ornament on the Christmas tree.
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In the city of San Fernando, locals participate in a Giant Lantern Festival where massive, brightly colored lanterns are displayed.
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In the capital city of Caracas, it's a tradition for many people to roller skate to early morning Christmas Mass.
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