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Why Uruguay is the only Latin American country that doesn’t celebrate Christmas?
One thing that sets Uruguay apart from the rest of Latin America is its lack of celebration for Christmas. Unlike its neighboring countries, Uruguay eliminated Christmas from its official calendar ...
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The Canal is off the table: Latin America closes ranks with Panama in face of Trump’s threats
President-elect names Kevin Marino Cabrera as ambassador to the Latin American country, who promises to defend the Republican ...
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Uruguay Stands Alone In Latin America: Christmas Officially Off The Calendar
(MENAFN- The Rio Times) Uruguay holds a unique position in Latin America. The country does not officially recognize Christmas. This decision dates back to 1919. Uruguay replaced Christmas with ...
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The Afro-Colombian village which celebrates Christmas in February
At the centre of the celebrations is a wooden statue of baby Jesus Residents of the Colombian village of Quinamayó have been celebrating Christmas with a procession featuring a statue of a black ...