12. Characteristics of Christmas in South Korea

 A large part of the South Korean population does not practice any religion. It is said that until almost after World War II in South Korea there was no religious tradition related to the celebration of Christmas Eve or Christmas Day (only 2% of the population was Christian). Today a large percentage of the South Korean population is indeed a believer, according to data almost 23% is Buddhist and more than 30% is Christian (19.7% Protestant and 14.9% Catholic).



Christianity did not reach Korea until the 17th century AD. and during the last 100 years it has gained a lot of popularity. It is currently the third largest religion in South Korea. In South Korea, harmonious coexistence between different religions is very common, which is why the most important days for the majority religions are considered holidays (such as the birth of Buddha, generally between April or May, or the birth of Jesus on the 25th). from December). 

South Korean Christian families often attend mass on Christmas Eve or on Christmas Day itself, a custom that is becoming increasingly popular even among non-Christians. It is also A VERY ROMANTIC HOLIDAY South Korea is the only country in East Asia that recognizes Christmas as a public holiday. By law, schools, companies and offices are closed, as is the case in certain Western countries. It is considered a religious holiday where some families put up Christmas trees in their houses.

By Hector Contreras

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