Dec 11 2024 3 mins
Christmas Around the World: Weekly Traditions podcast.
Christmas Around the World: Weekly Traditions
As the holiday season approaches, people from all corners of the globe come together to celebrate Christmas in their own unique ways. From festive feasts to magical traditions, let's embark on a journey to explore the diverse and fascinating Christmas customs around the world.
In Iceland, the Yule Lads take center stage. For 13 nights leading up to Christmas, these mischievous spirits visit children, leaving treats or rotten potatoes depending on their behavior. Meanwhile, in Finland, families gather around the table for a traditional rice porridge breakfast, where finding the hidden almond is a delightful surprise.
In Denmark, homes are adorned with mythical characters called nisser, believed to offer protection. On Christmas Eve, families dance around the tree, singing carols and exchanging gifts. Across the sea in Ireland, a tall red candle in the window welcomes the holiday season, symbolizing warmth and shelter.
In the Philippines, Christmas is a three-month celebration, kicking off in September. The Giant Lantern Festival in San Fernando city is a highlight, featuring vibrant lanterns that represent the star of Bethlehem. Children go door-to-door singing carols and performing for gifts or money.
In Austria, the legend of Krampus is a beloved tradition. This beast-like creature, a companion of St. Nicholas, rewards good children with sweets and nuts, while naughty ones worry about what Krampus might bring. In Portugal and Brazil, families come together on Christmas Eve for a late-night feast, followed by midnight mass and gift exchanges.
In Norway, the Christmas season begins on December 3, filling local bars and restaurants with festive cheer. Families celebrate Little Christmas on December 23, decorating trees and making gingerbread houses. In New Zealand, Christmas is a summer celebration, with families gathering for barbecues and outdoor festivities under the shade of the Pohutukawa tree.
In Ukraine, Orthodox Christians observe Christmas on January 7, dressing in traditional garments and singing carols. A special dish called kutya, made with cooked wheat and honey, is a popular treat. Some families even throw a spoonful of kutya at the ceiling, believing that if it sticks, there will be a good harvest in the new year.
As we explore these unique Christmas traditions, we're reminded that the holiday season is a time for joy, love, and connection. Whether it's dancing around the tree in Denmark or roller-skating to mass in Venezuela, each culture brings its own magic to the celebration. So, let's raise a glass to the diverse and wonderful ways we come together to celebrate Christmas around the world. Cheers to a festive and joyful holiday season
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Christmas Around the World: Weekly Traditions
As the holiday season approaches, people from all corners of the globe come together to celebrate Christmas in their own unique ways. From festive feasts to magical traditions, let's embark on a journey to explore the diverse and fascinating Christmas customs around the world.
In Iceland, the Yule Lads take center stage. For 13 nights leading up to Christmas, these mischievous spirits visit children, leaving treats or rotten potatoes depending on their behavior. Meanwhile, in Finland, families gather around the table for a traditional rice porridge breakfast, where finding the hidden almond is a delightful surprise.
In Denmark, homes are adorned with mythical characters called nisser, believed to offer protection. On Christmas Eve, families dance around the tree, singing carols and exchanging gifts. Across the sea in Ireland, a tall red candle in the window welcomes the holiday season, symbolizing warmth and shelter.
In the Philippines, Christmas is a three-month celebration, kicking off in September. The Giant Lantern Festival in San Fernando city is a highlight, featuring vibrant lanterns that represent the star of Bethlehem. Children go door-to-door singing carols and performing for gifts or money.
In Austria, the legend of Krampus is a beloved tradition. This beast-like creature, a companion of St. Nicholas, rewards good children with sweets and nuts, while naughty ones worry about what Krampus might bring. In Portugal and Brazil, families come together on Christmas Eve for a late-night feast, followed by midnight mass and gift exchanges.
In Norway, the Christmas season begins on December 3, filling local bars and restaurants with festive cheer. Families celebrate Little Christmas on December 23, decorating trees and making gingerbread houses. In New Zealand, Christmas is a summer celebration, with families gathering for barbecues and outdoor festivities under the shade of the Pohutukawa tree.
In Ukraine, Orthodox Christians observe Christmas on January 7, dressing in traditional garments and singing carols. A special dish called kutya, made with cooked wheat and honey, is a popular treat. Some families even throw a spoonful of kutya at the ceiling, believing that if it sticks, there will be a good harvest in the new year.
As we explore these unique Christmas traditions, we're reminded that the holiday season is a time for joy, love, and connection. Whether it's dancing around the tree in Denmark or roller-skating to mass in Venezuela, each culture brings its own magic to the celebration. So, let's raise a glass to the diverse and wonderful ways we come together to celebrate Christmas around the world. Cheers to a festive and joyful holiday season
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Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta