growing up , there were 12 days of Christmas . Tree when up Christmas Eve , and came down day after Epiphany.
Presents were under the tree ,either brought by Santa , of Chimney fame , or later , just under the tree after it was
set up.
I lived in Spain for two years , Gifts were exchanged on Epiphany , not Christmas day .
and whoever got the Baby , was guaranteed good luck for the year . No tamales , but a lots of Turron was consumed
over the Christmas days.