But, why? What is the origin of the Christmas tree? As a tradition, chopping down a tree, bringing it into your home, and covering it in decorations is, frankly, a bit odd. Yet, it’s a pervasive ...

For the first time in U.S. history, the Christmas tree displayed on the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol will come from Nevada, ...

Every year, a 20-metre Christmas tree from Norway is erected in Trafalgar Square. Image: iStock/stockcam "Trafalgar Square is changed as never before. A 48-ft Christmas tree has sprung up on the ...

The origin of Christmas as a holiday comes from ... In the Georgian era (1714-1830) there were no Christmas trees to start with. The main focus of the evening was the fireplace.