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Christmas around the world

Germany

On December 6th, day of the Saint-Nicholas, Saint-Nicholas himself goes from door to door to put gifts and surprises in the stockings of all German children who have been good. It is also on that day that the he Knecht Ruprecht scares naughty children with his whip and his devilish face. On the 24th, everyone exchange gifts and children can stay up as late as they want.


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