7 Different Styles of Christmas celebrations around the world

KFC Dinner, Japan:- The small, Christian population in Japan results in a lack of Christmas traditions altogether. However, due to innovative marketing, many Japanese citizens celebrate Christmas over a family meal from Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC).

Letters to Santa, Canada:- Canadian children write letters to Santa: North Pole, Canada HOHOHO. No postage required. The Canadian Post receives these notes with gladness and takes the time to reply to every one, keeping the Christmas magic alive.

Skating to Midnight Mass, Venezuela:- In Caracas, the nation’s capital, townsfolk traditionally don a pair of rollerskates to attend the annual, midnight mass. Many roads face closures during this time to uphold the tradition and keep its participants safe.

The Christmas Shoes, Germany:- Instead of stockings, German children leave out their shoes on December 5th. Good children awake with delight to find sweet treats stuffed inside. Naughty children receive sticks instead.

The Giant Lantern Festival, Philippines:- In the Philippines, the Christmas season launches with a friendly, competitive spirit. Locals compete against one another to design the most brilliant and captivating lantern display. Click here for a taste of the mesmerizing lights.

Yule Book Flood, Iceland:- Icelanders celebrate the Yule Book Flood. Also called Jolabokaflod, this celebration occurs with a book exchange on Christmas Eve. The evening is traditionally spent reading their new books.

Agugu Masquerade, the Gambia:- Masquerades play an essential role in Gambian culture, and Christmas time is no exception. Muslims and Christians alike join in celebrating the glittering “agugu.” The agugu marches through the town and locals toss money and candy in its way. In response to all the attention, the agugu dances.