From mince pies to stockings full of presents, Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without all of the beloved traditions that go with it. 

But have you ever stopped to think about how Christmas is celebrated in other parts of the world? Did you know that Santa isn’t always decked out in red, or that some countries embrace some rather unusual decorations? 

Come on a world tour with us… it’s Christmas, but not as you know it!

1. Traditionally tropical trees

India Christmas tradition

2. Starting Christmas with a bang

Indonesia Christmas tradition

3. Santa’s had an outfit change 

South Korea Christmas tradition

4. Is that a cobweb in your tree?

Ukraine Christmas tradition

5. From poinsettias to piñatas

Mexico Christmas tradition

6. A tradition to relish

America Christmas tradition

7. A yule log with a difference

Catalonia Christmas tradition

8. Festive feathers

Bali Christmas tradition

9. This looks finger lookin' good

Japan Christmas tradition

10. A Christmas shoe-in

Netherlands Christmas tradition