{"id":297,"date":"2024-12-24T10:41:50","date_gmt":"2024-12-24T10:41:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/?p=297"},"modified":"2024-12-24T10:41:50","modified_gmt":"2024-12-24T10:41:50","slug":"christmas-celebrate-around-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-celebrate-around-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Traditions: How Different Cultures Celebrate"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-celebrate-around-world\/#Christmas_Traditions_Around_the_World\" >Christmas Traditions Around the World<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-celebrate-around-world\/#The_United_Kingdom\" >The United Kingdom<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-celebrate-around-world\/#Japan\" >Japan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-celebrate-around-world\/#France\" >France<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-celebrate-around-world\/#China\" >China<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-celebrate-around-world\/#The_United_States_of_America\" >The United States of America<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-celebrate-around-world\/#Norway\" >Norway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-celebrate-around-world\/#Austria\" >Austria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-celebrate-around-world\/#Australia\" >Australia<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/blog\/christmas-celebrate-around-world\/#Final_Words\" >Final Words<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Christmas_Traditions_Around_the_World\"><\/span>Christmas Traditions Around the World<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019re almost approaching the end of 2024, but before that, there\u2019s a happening and fun festival that all of us celebrate. Yes, it\u2019s Christmas Eve! As December 25 is almost here, people across the globe are preparing for this big day but in their way and culture. Everyone follows their culture and traditions to make the most of this memorable day. You will see different ways to enjoy and spend this day from Yule Log to Mistletoe. So are you ready to find out about the celebration of Christmas in different cultures and countries? Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_United_Kingdom\"><\/span>The United Kingdom<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>People in the UK consider Christmas Eve a festival to meet their beloved and enjoy themselves. They decorate a tree or even (trees) with ornaments and gather up to exchange and open presents. They have different Christmas \u201cfayres\u201d which is a public show for enjoyment with slides and food stalls. Have you heard about the Santa Grotto? If not, the shops in the local market have a Santa Claus for children. They give a little pre-Christmas gift to them! Sounds fun, right?<\/p>\n<p>Now, comes the pantomime. If you haven\u2019t heard of it, this is a theatre show where usually small celebrities or actors perform. These shows can be on traditional stories or something new as well. How can we forget about the big day\u2019s dinner? Yes, Turkey is on the way! Many people also cook it with their families and make the most of their day!<\/p>\n<p>For students across the world, let me remind you that you have tons of assignments to write during this break. Yes, I know no one wants to sacrifice their celebrations and study. The cherry on top is when you have to write PGCE assignments. Ah, a nightmare. Therefore, it\u2019s best to connect with <a href=\"https:\/\/pgceassignmenthelp.co.uk\/\">PGCE Assignment Writers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Japan\"><\/span>Japan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Christmas Eve is not a religious festival in Japan. The Japanese consider it the most romantic day of the year. Couples go for dinner or watch a movie. However, it is a commercial holiday where stores sell gifts, and restaurants are usually booked. Oh, since we are talking about a major festival, how can I forget to mention Strawberry Shortcake? It is cooked on Christmas Eve as it has a red and white color that represents the colors of their national flag. Also, some streets are famous for following a certain theme and decoration such as Roppongi, Shinjuku, and others.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"France\"><\/span>France<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Discussing Christmas Eve celebrations in countries and not mentioning France? Well, that would be quite unfair. France makes the most of this festival. Starting from decoration, the French decorate by using nativity, lights, ornaments, and several other things. Some homes even have cartoonic figures called santons that are biblical characters.<\/p>\n<p>Okay, so I\u2019m more interested in finding out about their food. Are you too? Well, they cook a dish called Reveilleon de Neol. It has turkey, goose, cheese, and whine. For the dessert, the Yule Log cake subparks every other sweet dish. Also, they follow a religious tradition called L\u2019Advent which begins four weeks before Christmas. The \u201cFestival of Light\u201d is the highlight Advent event that illuminates the city\u2019s rivers and hubs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"China\"><\/span>China<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A very small percentage (1%) of China\u2019s population is Christians. Therefore, it is not a religious festival in this country. However, public places such as malls, streets, and buildings are decorated. Also, it\u2019s a Chinese culture to gift \u201capples\u201d wrapped in cellophane. It also has written messages in Chinese language. Moreover, Santa Claus is called \u201cShengdan Laoren\u201d (old Christmas man). It is a postman that delivers gifts to children. So people in China celebrate Christmas by going to shopping malls, ice skating, dining, and other fun activities. Want to know how Americans celebrate their Christmas? If yes, read the section below!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_United_States_of_America\"><\/span>The United States of America<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Well, the USA is one of the countries where Christmas is celebrated the most. There isn\u2019t any specific way or culture to celebrate it due to the multi-cultural nationalities. Do you know that wearing matching or coordinating pajamas is a tradition in the USA to celebrate Christmas? Yes, it\u2019s right. Families do it and also take a picture as a memory.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, they decorate trees and enjoy this festival that traces down to the story of Adam and Eve. Also, people share food and visit the church as a tradition. Americans also perform carol singing and send cards to friends and families.<br \/>\n<strong>Fact<\/strong>: The history of Christmas is deeply rooted in the USA. Want to know how? Alabama was the first state to recognize this festival in 1836.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Norway\"><\/span>Norway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Christmas is widely known for exchanging gifts with your loved ones. Well, Norway is the true example! On this big day, people usually buy gifts for their families and to go Church. Norwegians also follow the tradition of Advent just like the French. Moreover, at 5 PM a bell rings which is the sign to celebrate and people then start their dinner. The traditional dishes are pinnekjot, ribbe, and lutefisk. Lastly, they end their day by raising the national flag.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Austria\"><\/span>Austria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Okay, so Austrians follow a different celebration routine on Christmas that has a blend of horror and joy. They believe that St. Nicholas praises and gives gifts to those who have been a good guy. However, Krampus, a half-goat and half-man punishes those who misbehave. I know it sounds strange but it\u2019s very common in Austria. The traditional Christmas food for Austrians is mayonnaise salad, potato salad, goose, and cheese. Also, they had a parade called the Krampus Run during this period. Lastly, people dress up as folks or any relevant character according to the big day.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Australia\"><\/span>Australia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Outdoor evenings on beaches, barbecuing, and playing cricket along the shore, sounds fun right? Well, Australians celebrate their <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Christmas_and_holiday_season\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas<\/a> just like this. Also, instead of traditional ham or turkey, they prefer seafood such as prawns. For desserts tiramisu, pudding, trifle, and fresh fruits can never go wrong. Australia is very hot at Christmas therefore it\u2019s more like a summer vacation for them. This is how Australians celebrate their festival with utmost fun!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Words\"><\/span>Final Words<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this guide, we discussed a few important countries that celebrate Christmas in their way and follow traditions. Be it the UK where people enjoy visiting shopping malls or Austria which follows the concept of horror and joy together, Christmas is one of the festivals that has the hearts of millions of people. People across the world celebrate it by exchanging gifts, making traditional food, and of course, how can I forget Santa Claus! Some countries take it as a religious festival while some take advantage of their holiday to go on a romantic date! 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