Christmas: World lights up despite pandemic
While some countries kept the Christmas celebrations muted, others continued with their tradition of lighting up major landmarks, even as the coronavirus pandemic endures.
Croatia
Big teddy bears lay lined up on tram seats in Osijek, Croatia, ahead of Christmas, to encourage people to maintain social distancing. The Osijek tram is famed for its Christmas fairy tale experience, which was moved online this year.
Iran
Churches in Iran remained empty as only priests offered prayers, which were broadcast to the public. Christmas celebrations in Iran last from December 24 to January 5, as Assyrian Christians celebrate Christmas on December 24, while Armenian Christians acknowledge January 5 as the birth of Jesus Christ.
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