Latvia claims to have displayed the world's first Christmas tree in 1510 adorned with artificial roses
Latvia claims to hold the title of the world's first Christmas tree, as does Estonia. Several sources cite that the first ...
Why Christmas trees in Europe are so much cheaper than in Canada
In Europe, Christmas tree prices have been falling for the better part of the last decade — in stark contrast to Canada. Why?
The Christmas Tree’s Royal Roots: How Queen Victoria Popularized This Holiday Staple
The Christmas tree became popular thanks to an 1848 etching of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert decorating an evergreen tree ...
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14 magical Christmas markets in Europe that are worth the trip
GetYourGuide shares festive traditions and seasonal delights found in 14 of Europe's most enchanting Christmas markets.
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Unusual Christmas celebrations from across Europe
One of the biggest celebrations of the year, Christmas is steeped in tradition and folklore. Decorating trees with fairy ...
Photos show the most beautiful Christmas decorations around the world
From New York's Rockefeller tree to Medellin's annual festival of lights, this is how cities around the world are decked out ...
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Why Christmas trees in Europe are so much cheaper than in Canada
A grocery store in Padua, Italy, was recently selling two-metre (6½-foot) Nordmann fir trees for 15 euros ($22 Cdn). (John Last/CBC) While concrete data on Europe's Christmas tree markets can be ...