Christmas Facts

    Random Christmas Facts

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    The abbreviation Xmas isn't irreligious. The letter X is a Greek abbreviation for Christ.
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    Robins on cards were a joke 150 years ago when postmen wore red tunics and were named after them.
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    Although now mostly vegetarian, in Victorian times, mince pies were made with beef and spices.
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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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    The sun sets on 24 December at 3.55pm in the UK, and rises the following morning at 8.05am.
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    There are 13 Santas in Iceland, each leaving a gift for children. They come down from the mountain one by one, starting on December 12 and have names like Spoon Licker, Door Sniffer and Meat Hook.
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    Coca Cola was the first beverage company to use Santa for a winter promotion.
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