Medieval and pagan mythologies in Finland and Scandinavia lend some credibility to these countries' claims of Santa as their ...

In the late Middle Ages, Christianity was widespread in Europe and Christmas celebrations every December were the norm in ...

The ‘kukeri’ parade through the city streets, chanting and stomping to drive away evil spirits and invite good fortune, ...

After a long fast, Medieval Christendom typically celebrated the holiday with many days of raucous festivities ...

Finland’s tourism industry suggests Korvatunturi in Lapland is where Santa keeps his workshop, and the link between Santa and ...

Christmas is a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, who is also known as 'The Son Of God' in the Christian religion.

Christmas is a vibrant festival blending religious devotion with cultural exuberance. The celebrations begin on Christmas Eve ...

Some Christmas traditions mirror pre-Christian festivities, but some pagan influences may have been overstated.