This Christmas, many children welcomed a familiar visitor – a jolly man in a red suit and a sleigh full of gifts. But the ...

December in Hungary is full of traditions beyond Christmas. Learn about Namedays, St. Nicholas’ Day, and other saint-related ...

Since the early 20th century, Christmas has evolved from a religious holiday to a hugely popular cultural holiday observed by ...

Christmas the world around has a long history that will surprise with both delight and dismay. Sit down in a comfortable chair, lean back with your favorite Christmas beverage and enjoy. Just when ...

At Christmas, we can also learn from the real Santa Claus on how best to celebrate the coming of the Son of God.

In Greece, children receive gifts on New Year's Eve rather than Christmas Eve, and they are brought to them by Saint Basil ...

Christmas is a Christian holiday that observes the birth of Jesus. But did you know that the earliest followers of Jesus did not annually commemorate his birth? Or that Santa Claus is inspired by the ...

A coastal drive from Dalaman to Antalya leads through Roman theaters, Byzantine islands, buried basilicas, and ongoing ...

While you’re overindulging in the festive cheer and the rampant commercial takeover of these holidays, keep these strange Christmas folklore figures in mind. Whether it’s the anti-Santa cat from ...