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Spanish Christmas traditions21st December 2007

It has been reported that a struggle between traditional Spanish customs and more contemporary celebrations is taking place this Christmas.

Traditionally, Earthtimes reports, Spaniards exchange gifts on January 6th following processions celebrating the Three Kings - white-bearded Melchor, red-haired Gaspar and black Baltasar.

The online newspaper claims that the notion of Father Christmas - or Papa Noel - was first popularised in the country during the 1950s courtesy of US soldiers stationed in Spain.

"The kings are an example of multi-racialism, while Father Christmas is a product of consumerism," the publication reported one person as saying.

However, another commentator claimed: "The families of most my friends give gifts on both days."

A poll taken in the 1990s suggested that nearly 60 per cent of Spaniards gave presents only on January 6th.


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