Christmas is a religious holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus as well as a cultural and commercial event. Learn about the history of Christmas, Santa Claus and holiday traditions worldwide.
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Christmas in France is made special with the multitude of Christmas illuminations and traditions found throughout the country. From the end of November, the cities and towns of France transform into a magical wonderland with all the Christmas lights.
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Christmas was traditionally a Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus. Since the early 20th century, however, it has also been a secular family holiday. The secular holiday, observed by Christians and non-Christians alike, is often devoid of Christian elements and is marked by an increasingly elaborate exchange of gifts.
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How Christmas is celebrated around the world. From fish in the bathtub to a witchy version of Santa Claus, here are a few cultural spins on the global holiday.
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Christmas, Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus. December 25 has become widely accepted as the date of Jesus’ birth. Christmas has also become a secular family holiday that is observed by Christians and non-Christians, is marked by the exchange of gifts, and features the mythical figure of Santa Claus.
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Christmas, Christian festival celebrated on December 25, commemorating the birth of Jesus. December 25 was identified by Sextus Julius Africanus in 221 ce as the day on which Christmas would be celebrated, and it was celebrated in Rome by 336 ce.
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People around the world celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25. Here’s why—and the history of its iconic symbols from Christmas trees to Santa Claus.
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Christmas is celebrated on December 25 and is both a sacred religious holiday and a worldwide cultural and commercial phenomenon. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it...
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From 13 desserts to Père Fouettard, make your holiday season truly special with these Christmas traditions in France.
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