Did you know that while many of us are sipping hot chocolate and bundling up in scarves for Christmas, Australians are often at the beach? Yes, it's summer in Australia during Christmas! Many people celebrate with seafood meals and 'Carols by Candlelight' concerts.
In Trinidad and Tobago, there's a tradition called 'Parang' where musicians go from house to house playing Christmas music. The hosts often offer them a feast and it's a merry celebration indeed!
But not all Christmas traditions are merry. In Austria, 'Krampus', a scary half-goat, half-demon figure, roams the streets scaring children who have misbehaved. It's a stark contrast to the jolly figure of Santa Claus that we know!
Ever wondered why we celebrate Christmas on December 25th? It's believed to be the day Jesus Christ was born. The tradition of hanging stockings comes from a story about Saint Nicholas. He is said to have helped a poor man by throwing gold in his daughters' stockings drying by the fire.
So, from beachside BBQs to musical feasts to scary creatures, Christmas is celebrated in many unique ways around the world. But at its heart, it's about joy, giving, and spreading love.