Christmas Traditions: Jólabókaflóð
Iceland has a charming Christmas tradition you may want to start in your own family. Jólabókaflóð, or "Christmas Book Flood," is a unique and cherished cultural practice. It is deeply rooted in the nation’s love of storytelling and literature.
On Christmas Eve, Icelandic families exchange books, then spend the rest of the evening in the company of loved ones as they indulge in delicious treats like cocoa and candy, reading and sharing stories. The tradition officially started in 1944 and has led to decades of memories for the people of Iceland.