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JerseyKrissi72 -> How Christmas Is Celebrated In Brazil (12/23/2006 7:24:59 AM)
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http://christmas-world.freeservers.com/brazil.html
Papai Noel (Father Noel) is the gift-bringer in Brazil. According to legend, he lives in Greenland. The idea of this Santa-type character was imported from North America in the 50's. It only become popular due to the commercial appeal in the late 60's and 70's. There is no explanation or longer tradition about him. When Papai Noel arrives in Brazil, he usually wears silk clothing due to the summer heat.
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