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Global Christmas Celebrations Across Cultures and Borders
A multinational look at how Christmas is observed around the world. From Nigeria to the Soviet Union, Hong Kong, Congo, and Europe, traditions vary from religious observances to commercial festivities. The piece notes Santa Claus in Mexico, Three Kings in the south, and differing dates and customs including Orthodox celebrations in Russia and twelfth-night ends in Sweden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Nigeria
Hong Kong
Congo
Soviet Union
Santa Claus
Mexico
Italy
Pope Paul VI
Vatican
Taranto
South African Broadcasting Corp
Australia
New Zealand
United States
India
Christ
Krishna
China
Japan
Latin America
Venezuela
Puerto Rico
Colombia
Chile
Brazil
Korea
Chung Hee Park
Far East
Father Frost
Russia
Santa
France
Matt Mason
Storm
Austria
West Germany
Norway
South Africa
Rhodesia