Mexico

Mexico is known for its vibrant colours and joyous celebrations. So it’s no surprise that a Mexican Christmas is filled with fantastical festivities lasting well over a month. Elaborate nativity scenes, or nacimientos, are the decoration of choice in Mexican households. Families proudly display beautiful nativity scenes featuring the birth of Jesus in their homes and gardens throughout the Christmas season, while artists and craftspeople create scenes on a grander scale for public areas. Characters are added throughout the Christmas countdown, with baby Jesus being added on 24 December and the three kings arriving on 5 January.

On 6 January, the country celebrates the Día de Los Reyes – Three Kings Day – with more feasting and even more gifts. The Christmas season doesn’t officially end until Candlemas on 2 February, so if you’re in need of an excuse to extend the holidays and leave your Christmas decorations up a little longer, this Mexican tradition is perfect for the home.

Have a Mexican fiesta
Make your own Hong Kong nativity scenes with quirky ornaments from Lion Rock Press, such as mahjong tiles and Star Ferries. Failing that, get into the Feliz Navidad spirit at one of Hong Kong’s favourite Mexican restaurants, such as Taqueria Super Macho.