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The Original Christmas Tree, First Candy Cane, & World's Largest Christmas Stocking

Author

Peter Li
December 07, 2023

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“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.”

Helen Keller

Keller holding a magnolia (Wikipedia)

The Original Christmas Tree

Germany introduced the Christmas tree tradition in the 16th century, adorned with fruits and nuts. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert popularized decorated trees in England during the 19th century, cementing the festive tradition worldwide.

The First Candy Cane

The first candy cane was crafted in 1670 by a German choirmaster who bent white sugar sticks into the shape of a shepherd's crook to keep children quiet during Christmas services. Over time, the candy cane evolved into a popular sweet treat symbolizing the shepherd's staff and the purity of Christ.

World’s Largest Christmas Stocking

Measuring an astounding 106 feet and 9 inches in length and 49 feet and 1 inch in width, the largest Christmas stocking ever created was crafted in Italy in 2011. Filled with various goodies, it brought festive joy to the town of Carrara.

The world's largest Christmas stocking

Guess the Christmas Songs by Emoji

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Christmas Songs Quiz Video

Test your Christmas Songs knowledge with the following video!