How is Christmas Celebrated Around the World
by Christmas is one of the most well-known holiday celebrations around the world. Have you ever wondered how people living in different parts of the globe celebrate their Christmas? Here are some varied and interesting ways to ring in Christmas 2008!
Australia
Christmas in Australia is in the summer holiday season. Students are getting reading for a lengthy summer holiday, which means an end to studying and homework.
Spending the day on the beach surfing, barbecuing and drinking beer with friends and family, is a perfect Christmas day for a lot of young Australians.
Of course no Christmas is perfect for the kids without a visit from the ‘Swag Man,’ whose favourite outfit is a blue vest and long baggy shorts. He curls up in winter with his trusted dingoes, but at Christmas time he dusts off his four-wheel drive and sets off to deliver presents to the good boys and girls.
Bethlehem
image source for both pictures
The Church of the Nativity is in the town of Bethlehem, where Jesus was born. At Christmas, it is covered in lights, flags and a wonderful display of decorations. There is a grand annual procession on Christmas eve, when natives and visitors huddle together in the church’s doorway (or stand on the roof) to watch the galloping horsemen and police mounted on Arabian horses.
On Christmas day, the Christians in the city paint crosses on their front doors and display a manger in their homes. In the village square, a fine star is positioned on a high pole, reminiscent of the wise men who found baby Jesus by following a bright star.
Brazil
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Post Commentchessgolf
On November 12, 2008 at 6:00 am
A very comprehensive article Anne.
Well done!
John C
Unofre Pili
On November 12, 2008 at 6:02 am
Very informative and exhilarating article. Thanks Anne.Advance Merry Christmas! Pls send me a Christmas gift,Lol.
Gordon G
On November 12, 2008 at 6:04 am
Anne
I really liked this one keep up the good work.
eddiego65
On November 12, 2008 at 6:46 am
Very interesting ways to celebrate Christmas! Informative and joyous article! Advanced Merry Christmas to one and all!
sue mcverry
On November 12, 2008 at 8:32 am
Hello Anne
I really enjoyed this, thank you. Also thanks for writing your letter to FMN about Triond. I hadn’t heard of it until then and have signed up as a result and am enjoying posting a few articles.
valli
On November 12, 2008 at 10:06 am
Very interesting stuff.
Christy Tuller
On November 12, 2008 at 10:32 am
Beautiful pictures and wonderfully informative! Each year we decorate just after Thanksgiving and we usually just have a quiet Christmas with family at home. I do however follow a small Danish tradition, as my family is originally Danish, where I place Nisser( little elves that look kind of like Santa) around the house. I will share the story of them in an article soon.
Warm wishes to all this Christmas!
Laura Gagnon
On November 12, 2008 at 1:00 pm
Love the pics and the article is very intersting! Great job!
quiet voice
On November 12, 2008 at 2:21 pm
..Hi Anne, What an interesting and full article. I don’t celebrate, but the festivities are so colorful. Take care. Great job.
neelam pandey
On November 12, 2008 at 2:55 pm
it’s really awesome…great info with beautiful pictures.
Ruby Hawk
On November 12, 2008 at 8:18 pm
What an interesting Christmas story. I think we all love Christmas. Well done, Ruby
s hayes
On November 13, 2008 at 2:36 am
Great article – I particularly enjoyed the donkey photo x
Anne Lyken Garner
On November 13, 2008 at 5:50 am
Thanks for your comments, everyone. They’re much appreciated.
mayka
On November 13, 2008 at 6:20 am
Very well done
Joie Schmidt
On November 13, 2008 at 10:55 pm
Very, very cool article – so interesting!
Blessings sweet Anne!
Sincerely,
-Liane Schmidt.
Brian James
On November 14, 2008 at 11:05 am
There are certainly some interesting traditions out there.
nobert soloria bermosa
On November 14, 2008 at 5:42 pm
various ways,one purpose-LOVE,thanks
Keerthana
On November 15, 2008 at 12:56 am
very well written article…
Anne Lyken-Garner
On November 29, 2008 at 3:28 am
Thanks for taking the time off to leave a comment. Much appreciated.
maria
On December 14, 2008 at 6:59 am
how is christmas celebrated by christions?
cuibus.ro
On December 20, 2008 at 2:22 pm
Where is Romania?
Mr Ghaz
On March 27, 2009 at 10:55 am
excellent! well presented and very informative article. attractive pics too. well done! thanks 4 sharing