Wreaths became a popular Christmas decoration during the 19th century and are often lavishly decorated with evergreen, berries, dried fruits and baubles. They are traditionally hung outside on the ...

Christmas, celebrated by 2.4 billion Christians globally, blends ancient winter rituals, vibrant traditions, and religious significance. Its midwinter date, chosen by Pope Julius I, highlights ...

Christmas traditions bring joy and togetherness. People decorate trees and exchange gifts. Caroling and nativity scenes are ...

Advent wreaths also use candles to count down the four weeks before ... Tinsel started out made of real silver as a symbol of wealth and a lovely way to reflect candles on old-timey German Christmas ...

The central decoration would not be a Christmas tree but a crib with figurines representing Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, the ...

As December arrives, homes and hearts around the world light up with the festive spirit of Christmas. This holiday, rich in tradition and ...

Christmas in France would not be complete without free-flowing champagne, oysters or a bûche de Noël. And the French holiday ...

A new book explores how Christmas in Czechia embraces ancient pagan and Catholic traditions despite its reputation as one of ...

At this year's Christmas market at the Trinity Church in Melbourne, it got to 33 degrees. This is why the traditional mulled ...

A Kolkata boy and UK resident takes a stroll through his favourite festive markets — from Salzburg and Vienna, to London and ...