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, ...

Christmas is a worldwide celebration that does not recognise any religious barrier. From the bright lights and Christmas ...

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

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

By Marcus Harmes and Meredith Harmes Sending a letter to Santa can be difficult as no one can agree on where exactly Santa ...

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

A new book explores how Christmas in Czechia embraces ancient pagan and Catholic traditions despite its reputation as one of ...

This cracked wheat and milk porridge, which dates back to Celtic times, was eaten across Western Europe. However, the ...