Unusual Christmas Traditions

23 Dec,2023

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It's a stark contrast to the more benevolent figure of Santa Claus.

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Krampus Night (Austria, Germany, Hungary)

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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Caga Tió (Spain, Catalonia)

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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Gävle Goat (Sweden)

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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The Yule Lads (Iceland)

This unusual tradition started in the 1970s with a successful marketing campaign.

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KFC Christmas Dinner (Japan)

Some families in the United States have a tradition of hiding a pickle-shaped ornament on the Christmas tree.

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The Christmas Pickle (United States)

In the city of San Fernando, locals participate in a Giant Lantern Festival where massive, brightly colored lanterns are displayed.

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The Giant Lantern Festival (Philippines)

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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Roller Skating to Church (Venezuela)