{"id":265230,"date":"2022-12-23T10:00:51","date_gmt":"2022-12-23T02:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=265230"},"modified":"2022-12-14T10:57:20","modified_gmt":"2022-12-14T02:57:20","slug":"christmas-traditions-around-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Fried chicken, surfing Santas and demonic witches: Weird and wonderful Christmas traditions from around the world"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ve probably heard (or read) us say this plenty of times, but it\u2019s the most wonderful time of the year! <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/christmas\/\">Christmas<\/a> is the holiday many of us look forward to for presents, hot chocolate, carolling and snow (or in our case, soap bubbles). You\u2019ll catch us down at bustling <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/christmas-markets-bazaars-pop-ups-shopping-singapore\/\">Christmas markets<\/a>, admiring the Orchard Road lights, and gathering for <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/christmas-dinner-festive-food-dining-singapore\/\">festive feasts<\/a> at home or in uppity restaurants. But have you ever wondered how other countries celebrate this holiday? We share weird and wonderful <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/christmas-traditions\/\">Christmas traditions<\/a> around the world that\u2019ll either warm your heart or give you goosebumps.<\/p>\n<h3>But first, let\u2019s talk about the meaning of Christmas<\/h3>\n<p>The word \u2018Christmas\u2019 may conjure up images of shopping mall Santas, gift exchanges with friends and family, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/turkey-singapore-delivery\/\">turkey<\/a> on the table. But there\u2019s more to it than that.<\/p>\n<p>Christmas originally began as a Christian holiday to celebrate God\u2019s love and gift of salvation to the world, marked by the birth of His son Jesus Christ. It\u2019s a time when Christians come together to reflect on their faith and remember the historic moment when the prophecy was fulfilled.<\/p>\n<p>Over time, many winter festivals and traditions became linked with Christmas \u2013 turning it into the well-loved holiday known and appreciated by everyone today. This includes the works of Saint Nicholas, who eventually became known as Santa Claus or Father Christmas; Yule, a Germanic indigenous festival to celebrate the winter solstice; and Saturnalia, an ancient Roman festival to honour the god of Saturn.<\/p>\n<p>No matter the reason for celebration, it\u2019s clear that Christmas remains a joyful time we hold close to our hearts.<\/p>\n<h2>Christmas traditions around the world<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Christmas in central Europe: The Krampus run<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_265240\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-265240\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-265240 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-central-europe-krampus-krampuslauf-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"christmas traditions around the world | the krampus run in central europe\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-central-europe-krampus-krampuslauf-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-central-europe-krampus-krampuslauf.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-central-europe-krampus-krampuslauf-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-central-europe-krampus-krampuslauf-1536x1097.jpg 1536w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-265240\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Locals come dressed as this demonic entity and parade through the streets.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>We\u2019re all familiar with Santa Claus and his bevy of elves and reindeer. But have you heard of Krampus? Kind and jolly Santa leaves presents for good kids under the Christmas tree. But Krampus, a half-goat, half-demon creature, punishes bad children by beating them with sticks (and in worse cases, eats or takes them back to hell with him).<\/p>\n<p>In central Europe, it\u2019s celebrated in festive traditions like the Krampus run. People come dressed as the demonic entity and parade through the streets. And of course, there\u2019s plenty of alcohol involved.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Christmas in Japan: Buckets of KFC<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_265242\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-265242\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-265242 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-japan-kfc-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"christmas traditions around the world Japan KFC\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-japan-kfc-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-japan-kfc.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-japan-kfc-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-japan-kfc-1536x1097.jpg 1536w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-265242\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">It seems Christmas is always finger-lickin&#8217; good in Japan.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Think of a Christmas feast and you may visualise classic dishes like turkey, roast beef, mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce. But in Japan, Christmas is synonymous with Kentucky Fried Chicken. Yes, friends and family actually come together to celebrate over a bucket of fried chicken.<\/p>\n<p>Wondering why? Well, in 1974, KFC put out an advertising campaign during the festive season using the tagline \u2018Kentucky is Christmas\u2019. Ever since then, the Japanese have associated this particular holiday with KFC\u2019s fried chicken. Talk about an effective marketing strategy!<\/p>\n<h3>3. Christmas in Germany and Austria: Frau Perchta the belly-slitter<\/h3>\n<p>In the Alpine regions of Germany and Austria, one demonic Christmas witch terrorises all. Her name is Frau Perchta, and she has zero tolerance for messiness or ill-behaved children. Legend has it she appears on the twelfth night of Christmas along with her troupe of spirit followers. If she senses a lazy or naughty child, she slits their belly open and stuffs them with straw and pebbles.<\/p>\n<p>To frighten Frau Perchta and her spirit followers away, some Austrian groups dress up in masks and costumes to perform rituals during Christmastime. Now, isn\u2019t that spooky?<\/p>\n<h3>4. Christmas in Australia: Santas surfing<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_265243\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-265243\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-265243 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-australia-bondi-beach-surfing-santas-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"christmas traditions around the world | surfing santas australia bondi beach\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-australia-bondi-beach-surfing-santas-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-australia-bondi-beach-surfing-santas-1400x1000.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-australia-bondi-beach-surfing-santas-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-australia-bondi-beach-surfing-santas.jpg 1456w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-265243\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Santa on a surfboard? Now, that&#8217;s quite the sight to behold.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s not a white Christmas in Australia, but it\u2019s definitely a warm one. There\u2019s plenty of sun and heat, which makes the crystal clear waters of the beach an ideal place for cooling off. It\u2019s the best time to axe those Christmas jumpers and throw on some candy cane-themed bathers instead.<\/p>\n<p>Down at Bondi Beach, hundreds of Australians turn up annually in Santa hats and costumes to surf and raise money for charity. A world record was even broken back in 2015 when a total of 320 locals came dressed in Santa gear to catch some waves. What a sight that must\u2019ve been.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Christmas in Iceland: A very unfriendly Yule Cat<\/h3>\n<p>The Yule Cat isn\u2019t the furry, adorable companion you think it is. This monster cat is said to live in the mountains together with Gryla \u2013 a troll or ogress that devours children on Christmas Eve. What puts off the Yule Cat and its evil mistress, you might ask? The answer: new clothes.<\/p>\n<p>Children are given a brand new outfit by their parents if they complete their chores before Christmas Eve. Those who aren\u2019t gifted any due to their laziness are said to be snatched up by the Yule Cat and its evil mistress.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Christmas in the UK: Cracker-pulling competitions<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_265244\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-265244\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-265244 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-uk-christmas-crackers-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"christmas traditions around the world uk christmas crackers\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-uk-christmas-crackers-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-uk-christmas-crackers-1400x1000.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-uk-christmas-crackers-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/christmas-traditions-around-the-world-uk-christmas-crackers.jpg 1512w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-265244\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">What&#8217;s your favourite item from the Christmas cracker?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Ahh, the Christmas cracker. What\u2019s a <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/how-to-plan-a-christmas-party\/\">Christmas party<\/a> without one? This fun little paper tube that\u2019s filled with surprises was first invented by Tom Smith, a confectioner from London back in 1846. He initially used the paper wrapping as a case for his bonbons, but proceeded to replace the sweets with trinkets, paper crowns and jokes scribbled on pieces of paper. Now you\u2019ll find families all over the UK enjoying Christmas crackers whilst huddled \u2018round the table on Christmas Day.<\/p>\n<p>We can&#8217;t get enough of all these unique Christmas traditions from all around the world! Let us know if you\u2019ve got more to share, we\u2019d love to hear from you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ve probably heard (or read) us say this plenty of times, but it\u2019s the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas is the holiday many of us look forward to for presents, hot chocolate, carolling and snow (or in our case, soap bubbles). 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