Christmas season in Europe - statistics & facts
Whether celebrated on December 25 or 24, or whether it’s St. Nicholas or Father Christmas who bring the presents, Christmas is celebrated across most of Europe. Although it was originally a Christian holiday, it is celebrated by non-Christians as well, for whom it is more of a cultural event, with each country following their own traditions. European countries enjoy many things in common, however, such as visiting Christmas markets, exchanging gifts, and sharing a meal. A further similarity is the boost to the retail sector in the so called ‘golden quarter’ over the Christmas period.
