“Unlocking the Festive Vault: Discover 11 Bizarre Christmas Laws That Will Leave You Speechless!”
This tradition stemmed from the belief that fasting prepared the soul for the holy celebrations of Christmas Day. While the law has long since vanished, some religious communities still observe their own versions of the practice today.
7. No Public Christmas Decorations in Saudi Arabia
In Saudi Arabia, public displays of Christmas decorations used to be prohibited due to the country’s strict adherence to Islamic law. Non-Muslim residents had to celebrate privately, and public acknowledgment of the holiday was off-limits.
Despite these restrictions, some underground markets would sell Christmas goods to expats, showing how the holiday’s influence found its way into unlikely places.
8. Gift-Giving Banned in Cuba
In 1969, Fidel Castro declared Christmas an ordinary workday to boost sugar production. Public celebrations, including gift-giving, were effectively banned for decades under Cuba’s atheist government.
The ban was lifted in 1998 when Pope John Paul II visited the island. Today, Christmas is officially recognized, though celebrations remain modest compared to other countries.
9. No Celebrating Christmas in Soviet Russia
The Soviet Union heavily discouraged religious holidays, including Christmas. Public celebrations were replaced with secular New Year’s festivities featuring “Ded Moroz” (Father Frost).
