Many countries and cultures celebrate Christmas in different and some times unusual, or traditional ways. That is why Christmas celebrations vary from one place to another. For some Christmas is not about turkey and carols. In this article we have collected some of the most interesting Christmas traditions from all around the world. Let’s take a look at how different cultures celebrate Christmas.
Hungary
Christmas in this European country is a bit unusual. In Hungary people refer to Santa Claus as Saint Nick. Also, they believe that he doesn’t come on Christmas Eve, but on December 6. On that date, children wake up and find sweets and presents not under a tree, but in their shoes. On the night of December 24, comes out a devilish creature named Krampus. According to the local tradition, he brings golden birches to all bad kids.
