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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Traditions Around a White Christmas

A white Christmas, often depicted in holiday movies and songs, refers to a Christmas day that is marked by falling...
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Christmas Presents and Gift-Giving Customs Explained

The enchantment of Christmas is nearly ubiquitous. Even if you don’t celebrate it as a religious festival, its customs and...
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Christmas Reindeers: How They Became a Christmas Mascot

Christmas reindeers hold a very special place in the traditions and customs that surround the holiday season. They are featured...
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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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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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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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The Nutcracker: A Time-Honoured Christmas Tradition

Every holiday season, millions of people around the world eagerly anticipate the reenactment of “The Nutcracker,” a two-act ballet originally...
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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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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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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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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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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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Mummering: A Unique Christmas Folk Tradition

Mummering is a colourful, unique, and somewhat mysterious custom that originates from the British Isles. It has a long history,...
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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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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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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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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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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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What does the tradition of ‘advent’ mean?

Advent, which is derived from the Latin word “adventus” meaning “coming”, is the four-week period leading up to Christmas. It...
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Poinsettias: Vibrant Christmas Tradition of Red Plant

Poinsettias, botanically known as Euphorbia pulcherrima, originate from the tropical deciduous forests of Mexico. They are named after Joel Roberts...
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The Magic of Christmas Markets

Christmas markets are a long-standing holiday tradition, popular primarily in Europe but gaining momentum worldwide. These markets embody the festive...
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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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The Tradition of Christmas Stockings

Origins of the Christmas Stockings Tradition The practice of hanging stockings for Christmas is a tradition steeped in folklore and...
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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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Christmas Pudding: Interesting Traditions and Customs of the famous festive dessert

Christmas pudding is a traditional British dessert typically served during the holiday season. Its origins can be traced back to...
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Gingerbread Houses at Christmas Tradition

The Enchanting Tradition of Gingerbread Houses Ever since their conception, gingerbread houses have been a staple of Christmas festivities. From...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Saturnalia: Ancient Roman Mid-Winter Festival

Saturnalia, the winter solstice celebration of ancient Rome, was undoubtedly the most popular holiday on the Roman calendar. It was...
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