Fun Christmas Facts
Did you know that the tradition of hanging stockings by the fireplace comes from a tale of Saint Nicholas giving away gold coins?
In Greenland, Santa Claus goes by the name Juul Nisse.
The first artificial Christmas tree was made in Germany, using dyed goose feathers.
Santa Claus has his own zip code: HOH OHO.
The tallest Christmas tree ever displayed was a whopping 221 feet high.
The world’s largest snow maze, located in Poland, takes the shape of a Christmas tree every winter.
The largest ever snowball fight involved 9,000 participants and took place in Scotland in 20
8. The Santa Claus we know today was inspired by a 4th-century Greek bishop named Saint Nicholas.
Australian Christmas falls during summer, so people often celebrate by having a barbecue on the beach.
The poinsettia flower, often associated with Christmas, is native to Mexico.
The tradition of kissing under the mistletoe dates back to the ancient Greeks.
The song Jingle Bells was originally written for Thanksgiving, not Christmas.
The first written record of a decorated Christmas tree comes from Latvia in 15
The word Christmas comes from the Old English Cristes Maesse, meaning Christ’s Mass.
The world’s largest gingerbread house was constructed in Texas and measured 60 feet long.
It is estimated that around 30-35 million real Christmas trees are sold in the United States each year.
Fun Christmas Facts part 2
The first Christmas cards were sent in London in 18
The famous carol Silent Night was first performed in Austria on Christmas Eve in 18
The Netherlands celebrates St. Nicholas’ Eve on December 5th by exchanging gifts and leaving them in shoes.
In Japan, Kentucky Fried Chicken has become a popular Christmas dinner after a successful marketing campaign in the ’70s.
The world’s largest snowflake, according to Guinness World Records, measured 15 inches in diameter.
The most expensive Christmas tree ever was decorated with diamonds, gold, and other precious stones, valued at $11 million.
Iceland has 13 mischievous Santas, known as the Yule Lads, who visit children during the Christmas season.
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in New York City is traditionally topped with a Swarovski crystal star.
The world’s largest advent calendar was made in 2007 in Germany, measuring 71 feet wide and 23 feet tall.
The record for the most lights on a residential property during Christmas belongs to a family in Australia with over 1.2 million lights.
In some areas of Ukraine, it is a tradition to hang spiderwebs on the Christmas tree for good luck.
The first-ever Christmas stamp was issued in Canada in 1898.
Christmas Day is celebrated on different dates in some Eastern Orthodox countries, including Russia and Serbia.
The tradition of giving gifts during Christmas was popularized by the Three Wise Men giving presents to baby Jesus.
The world’s largest Santa Claus Convention takes place annually in Copenhagen, Denmark, attracting Santas from around the world.
In Bulgaria, it is believed that if you step on dough at Christmas, you will have good luck in the new year.
The city of Rovaniemi in Finland is considered the official hometown of Santa Claus.
The first electric Christmas lights were invented by Edward H. Johnson in 1882.
In Catalonia, Spain, there is a tradition of having a Caga Tió, a wooden log that poops out presents on Christmas Eve.
Since 1966, Norway has donated a Christmas tree to Britain as a sign of gratitude for their support during World War II.
The world’s largest Santa Claus mailbox is located in Finland, where children can send their letters to Santa.
In Italy, it is believed that the kind witch La Befana delivers gifts to children on Epiphany Eve.
The tradition of Christmas crackers, which contain small toys and paper crowns, originated in England in the mid-19th century.
The iconic Coca-Cola Santa Claus originated from an advertising campaign in the 1930s.
In Denmark, it is customary to break dishes against your friends’ doors as a sign of friendship during Christmas.
The longest-ever Christmas stocking measured 168.65 meters and was displayed in London in 20
In Ukraine, it is believed that finding a spider web on the Christmas tree brings good luck and a prosperous year.
The world’s largest Santa Claus parade takes place in the city of Toronto, Canada, attracting over half a million spectators.
The world’s largest snow globe, measuring over 22 feet in diameter, is located in Jamestown, New York.