Krampus

• Christmas around the world: Top carols and how different cultures view Santa Claus

  While the version of Santa Claus with rosy cheeks, white beard and red suit is quite widespread, depictions and traditions vary around the world.

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  Dec 24, 2018
  
• Krampus, Santa’s creepy chum, gives Austrians a scary thrill

  It starts off innocently, with Santa -- or rather Saint Nicholas -- giving out sweets. But fear is in the air because soon come his satanic sidekicks, dozens of them.

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  Dec 7, 2017
  
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• In photos: From Krampus to bears, holiday traditions from around the world

  From scaring children with demon costumes to fireworks competitions, many countries have unique ways of celebrating the holidays.

  Lifestyle

  Dec 23, 2016
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• WATCH: Austrian town faces wrath of Krampus at annual festival

  Hollabrunn’s Market Square in Austria was the site of the annual Krampus run, where thousands were whipped, chased and growled at by Krampus impersonators.

  World

  Nov 27, 2016