The Christmas tree displayed in Trafalgar square in London is an annual gift to the UK from Norway since 1947. The Norwegian spruce given is a token of appreciation of British friendship during World War II from the Norwegian people.
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7.6 million Christmas trees are sold each year.
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The "Urn of Fate" is part of the Christmas celebrations in many Italian households. The Urn of Fate is brought out on Christmas Eve. It holds a wrapped present for everyone. The mother tries her luck first, then the others in turn. If you get a present wi
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Many theologians estimate that Jesus wasn't born on December 25 but sometime in September between 6BC and 30AD.
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One town in Indiana is called Santa Claus. There is also a Santa, Idaho.
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Carols began as an old English custom called wassailing, toasting neighbours to a long life.
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