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During the month of December, the Tió de Nadal is placed under a blanket and fed every night. On Christmas Eve, he "poops" out presents.

Barcelona celebrates a very merry ‘scatological’ Christmas

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The Tió de Nadal, a smiling Christmas log, brings gifts to children in Barcelona in a tradition that dates back centuries. He is fed treats by the children and, in return, “poops” out holiday presents on Christmas Day.

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A Catalonian Christmas tradition

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