A Lucia celebration at Skansen in Stockholm in 2023. Photo: Mikaela Landeström/TT Whether you're just out of Sweden temporarily or you've moved away for good, you might find yourself missing the ...

The celebration of Sankta Lucia is based on the martyrdom of young Sicilian girl St Lucy in the 4th Century - and brings ...

In her story, Kirsten surprises her family with a Saint Lucia celebration, keeping their cherished Swedish tradition alive.' Many commenters gushed over the fan-favorite historical doll ...

especially in Swedish-speaking communities, every year on 13 December. The day has Catholic and Orthodox origins and is widely celebrated as a festival of light, as Lucia means 'light' and the ...

A traditional Swedish service has been held at York Minster for another year. Sankta Lucia, which is a celebration of the ... Lucia tradition refers to St Lucy’s Day, which can be traced ...

Christmas is here and in Ireland we have our own ways of getting into the holiday spirit – but how do other countries ...

Enjoy a cozy evening of candlelight, music and history at the Santa Lucia Celebration of Lights service. Santa Lucia symbolizes the end of winter and the return of light. St. Lucy of Syracuse ... a ...

Filipinos hold the distinction of celebrating the world’s longest Christmas season, beginning as early as September. Streets ...

The holiday season holds a magical allure that transcends borders, blending festive spirit with deeply rooted traditions.

Two hundred people attended a Lucia event at the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis. In the old Swedish calendar, Dec. 13 was the shortest day of the year. And this weekend there will be a ...

A traditional Swedish service has been held at York Minster for another year. Sankta Lucia, which is a celebration of the ... Lucia tradition refers to St Lucy’s Day, which can be traced ...