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Learn about all the fun, quirky, interesting, and magical Christmas traditions and customs practiced all over the world during the festive season.

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What is Christmas?

  The festival Christmas is celebrated all over the world by Christians and non-Christians alike. It is both a religious...
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The Meaning of Christmas Symbols

There are many symbols associated with the Christmas festival. Some are rooted in the Christian faith, others have been incorporated...
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What Is An Upside Down Christmas Tree?

The Upside Down Christmas Tree is an intriguing variation of the conventional upright Christmas tree that has piqued interest and...
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How To Celebrate Victorian Christmas Style

The Victorians were hugely influential with how we celebrate Christmas today. A lot of the Christmas traditions that we take...
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Which Country Banned Christmas In 1644?

In 1644 Christmas was banned in England. It was during a time of turmoil and change in England. Christmas as...
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Why do we give gifts at Christmas?

These days we tell children that we give people gifts at Christmas to be generous. Spreading the idea that the...
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What is a Christingle service?

A Christingle service is becoming a popular Christian church service held over the Christmas period where a candle in an...
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Why is it called Boxing Day?

The day after Christmas is called Boxing Day in several countries around the world. Have you ever wondered why is...
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What is the origin of Christmas?

For those of you wondering ‘what is the origin of Christmas?’ we have put together a few quick pointers to...
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Beginner’s Guide To Mistletoe: History and Traditions of Mistletoe

Mistletoe is one of those plants we associate with Christmas and the festive season along with holly and fir trees....
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How do different faiths celebrate Christmas?

There are many different faiths and some of those different faiths celebrate Christmas. With 4200 different religions in the world,...
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What Does The Christmas Tree Represent?

One of the main traditions of Christmas is the Christmas tree. Bringing the evergreen tree (whether real or artificial) into...
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German Christmas Traditions

We may know a lot about traditional British and American Christmas but what about German Christmas traditions? It turns out...
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What do children leave out for Santa around the world?

What to leave out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve is one of the most fun dilemmas to think about...
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How To Make a Christingle

A Christingle is a symbolic candle in an orange decorated with a red ribbon and 4 cocktail sticks with sweets....
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23 Christmas Traditions Around The World

From roller skating to Mass to fried chicken dinners, here are some interesting and unique Christmas traditions from around the...
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12 Days of Christmas

The 12 Days of Christmas is a holiday tradition that spans from December 25th to January 5th, celebrating the festive...
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Xmas: The meaning and history of the word ‘Xmas’

Xmas is a widely recognised abbreviation for the word Christmas. Contrary to popular belief, the use of Xmas is not...
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What is the history and significance of Christmas Bells?

The tradition of Christmas bells is one that dates back centuries and used all over the world. Giving the holiday...
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Boxing Day: Traditions and History

Boxing Day, celebrated on the 26th of December, is a public holiday in many countries with strong ties to the...
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Christmas Candles and their Customs

The tradition of using candles during the Christmas season dates back centuries, symbolising the light and warmth that the holiday...
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Tradition of Candy Canes at Christmas

The candy cane, a familiar sweet treat, is a staple of the holiday season and has a rich tradition in...
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What are Chrismons? Christian Symbols at Christmas

Chrismons are Christmas decorations that have Christian symbols on them, and they are traditionally used to adorn Christmas trees in...
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Christmas Cake: The Tradition and History

The tradition of making a special cake for Christmas has its roots in medieval England, but the cake as we...
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Christmas Carols: Tradition, History, and Customs

Christmas carols have a rich and fascinating history, rooted in a myriad of different traditions and customs from around the...
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Christmas Cards: History and Tradition

The tradition of sending Christmas cards is a well-established custom that dates back to the 19th century. It is a...
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Unwrapping Christmas Eve: History, Tradition, Significance, and Customs

Christmas Eve is a significant day of celebration, observed worldwide on December 24th. It marks the culmination of the Advent...
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Christmas Crackers: Christmas Dinner Tradition

As the holiday season approaches, many families around the world, especially in the United Kingdom, are dusting off the age-old...
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Christmas Colours and Their Symbolic Meanings

There’s nothing quite like the magic of the holiday season. The twinkling lights, the crisp winter air, and the warm...
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Christmas Village Decoration: Tradition and History

The tradition of the Christmas village decoration, also known as a putz, is a beloved holiday custom with roots in...
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Eggnog at Christmas: Traditional Christmas Drink

Eggnog is a rich, creamy beverage that is traditionally consumed during the holiday season, particularly around Christmas. It is typically...
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Elf on the Shelf at Christmas: Modern Tradition

The Elf on the Shelf is a popular Christmas tradition that has captivated the hearts of children and their families...
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Holly, Ivy, and Evergreen Plants at Christmas

The tradition of decorating homes, churches, and public spaces with holly, ivy, and other evergreen plants during the Christmas season...
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Santa Claus: History and Tradition of Father Christmas

The tradition of Santa Claus, or Saint Nicholas, is deeply entrenched in holiday festivities worldwide, particularly in the celebration of...
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Jesse Tree: Christian Christmas Tradition

The Origin of the Jesse Tree Tradition The Jesse Tree tradition finds its roots in the ancient prophecy of Isaiah...
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Mince Pies at Christmas: The Story of this Sweet Tradition

Mince pies, also known as Christmas pies, are a traditional festive treat popular in the United Kingdom and other countries...
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The Nativity at Christmas

As the winter days grow shorter, and the soft glow of Christmas lights begin to twinkle in windows around the...
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Pantomime at Christmas: Fun Xmas Tradition

There’s something uniquely magical about the festive season, a time of year steeped in tradition and filled with joy and...
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Christmas Cantata: A Celebration of Music and Faith

A Christmas cantata is a form of music that originated in the early 17th century, combining voice, instruments, and often...
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Christmas Pickle: A Quirky Christmas Tradition

The Christmas Pickle, also known as “Weihnachtsgurke,” is an intriguing Christmas tradition that involves hiding a pickle ornament within the...
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