christmas, hong kong, norse mythology, yule

Hong Kong Christmas Decorations and the Story of Yule

Generations grow up believing the way things are done is how they have always been done. Who would ever think of Hong Kong Christmas decorations in one breath? But actually, the bulk of Christmas decorations exported in the 1960s to Western countries came from Hong Kong. And who would have thought that there is anything ...

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Similarity Between the Figures of Yule and Christmas

Anyone who knows about the Germanic festival of Yule will instantly see its similarities to Christmas. This is not an accident. Many of the symbols popular in Christmas celebrations have their origin in Yule. During the Christianization of Europe, Yule traditions merged with the Christian faith. Santa Claus A major attraction of any Christmas celebration ...

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A decorated Christmas tree.

How to Celebrate Yule, the Icelandic Christmas

People in Iceland commonly call Christmas “Yule” (Jól in Norse). Celebrating typically starts on Christmas Eve and lasts for about 13 days. The Christmas season is also the longest holiday in Iceland, with all establishments closed at least until December 27. Yule and Christmas Before Christianity was introduced in Iceland, Northern Europeans used to celebrate ...

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Christmas in Reykjavik.