Why Is Caganer, The Pooping Man Part Of The Catalonian Christmas Tradition And Nativity Scene?

Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Most of us would think twice before placing this little pooping guy known as Caganer at home during Christmas. Our friends and family might think we have an odd sense of humor, and there seems to be nothing Christian about him at all.

The situation and views are completely different in Catalonia. This can be surprising to some, but Caganer, the pooping man, is accepted by the Catholic Church in Catalonia within the areas where the Caganer is popular.

Caganer is a respected Christmas figure one can find him in all homes in Catalonia. He is a part of the Catalonian Christmas tradition and has been so for a very long time.

The exact origin of the Caganer is unknown, but the tradition has existed since at least the 18th century.

Most people in Catalonia have no idea how Caganer became part of the Christmas tradition, but each house buys a figure every year.

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