Christmas trees in Germany were decorated with apples instead of ornaments in the 1600s for 'Adam and Eve Day'
Germany is credited with starting the Christmas tree tradition. Back in the 1600s, trees displayed in homes were not ...
The Christmas Tree Is a Tradition Older Than Christmas
The Christmas tree is one of the world's oldest religious traditions, dating back before people even celebrated Christmas.
History TV8d
A Nazi Christmas: Redefining tradition under the Third Reich
Discover how the Nazis tried to redefine Christmas, altering traditions and carols to fit their ideology and the lasting ...
The 14 most unusual Christmas traditions from around the world – and the confusion that led to a Japanese custom
WHETHER it’s hanging your stockings by the fire or leaving milk and cookies out for Santa Claus, we all have Christmas traditions that we follow. And depending on where you are in the world, ...
Why Does the Royal Family Open Their Presents on Christmas Eve and Not Christmas Morning?
The royal family traditionally opens their Christmas presents not on Christmas morning but on Christmas Eve, keeping with ...
Latvia claims to have displayed the world's first Christmas tree in 1510 adorned with artificial roses
Latvia claims to hold the title of the world's first Christmas tree, as does Estonia. Several sources cite that the first ...
India Today on MSN7d
Why do we decorate Christmas trees on December 25
The Christmas tree, originating in 16th-century Germany, evolved from "paradise trees" symbolizing biblical stories to a ...