Christmas Traditions and Fun Facts About Christmas

Ritu Kanwar Bhati             Nov. 20, 2020

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The 12 Days of Christmas

The 12 days of Christmas are in fact religious in nature and are meant to celebrate the Nativity. 

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Christmas Trees

Christmas trees are a symbol of Christmas, and are often decorated with lights and pictures of Santa Claus. 

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Christmas Music

“White Christmas”, “Let it Snow”, and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” were all written by Jewish song writers. 

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Santa Claus

The modern image of Santa Claus was actually created by Coca-Cola in the 1930s. 

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Mistletoe

Mistletoe is often seen as a romantic symbol. 

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Christmas Gifts

The tradition is actually based on the story of the Three Wise Men, who gave gifts to the baby Jesus.  

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Christmas Cards

the first Christmas card was actually sent in 1843 .The card was designed by Sir Henry Cole  .  

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Mistletoe Christmas

Mistletoe is a parasitic plant that grows on trees, and is actually a member of the rose family.  

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The Christmas Pickle

The Christmas pickle is a tradition that is believed to have originated in Germany. 

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Christmas Crackers

Christmas crackers are a tradition that dates back to Victorian England.  

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