Boxing Day

Boxing Day

In Britain, Boxing Day is the day after Christmas that is 26th December. In some countries it is the first week day after Christmas. It is the day the Christmas box is opened and its contents shared among the poor. In olden days, a clay or a wooden box was a container in which people [...]

Christmas Markets in Germany

Germany is the home of many age old Christmas traditions. Germany is also famous for its Christmas markets which are set up in every town, village and city from the mid of November since the 15th century. These markets uphold the traditional Christmas spirit. The Nativity Scene is reconstructed. The streets are lit and decorated [...]

Christmas Traditions

Christmas Traditions

Christmas Traditions Posted in Christian Festivals, Festivals in December on 13. Dec, 2009 Some age-old Christmas traditions are still being followed, but very few people know about their origins or how they got associated with Christmas. Some interesting Christmas traditions are as follows: 1. Kissing under the Mistletoe An age old custom of Christmas is [...]

Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving Day Posted in Christian Festivals, Festivals in December on 13. Dec, 2009 As the name suggests, Thanksgiving Day is a day to thank the Lord for His bounties. It is basically a harvest festival. Thanksgiving Day is mainly celebrated in the U.S. and Canada. It originated in the U.S. in the early 17th century [...]

Christmas Gifts for Men

Christmas Gifts for Men

Christmas Gifts for Men Posted in Christian Festivals, Festivals in December on 13. Dec, 2009 Gone are the days when men dutifully accept utility items (socks, sweaters, shirts, and lighters) as Christmas gifts. Men today expect exciting gifts from the women they have spoiled all through the year. To show your appreciation and express your [...]

Christmas Gifts for Women

Christmas Gifts for Women

Christmas Gifts for Women Posted in Christian Festivals, Festivals in December on 13. Dec, 2009 Christmas is the time to tell those dear to you how much you love them and how important they are. What better way than a Christmas gift? Choosing the best Christmas gift for the special lady in their lives is [...]

Christmas Gifts for Kids

Christmas Gifts for Kids

Christmas Gifts for Kids Posted in Christian Festivals, Festivals in December on 13. Dec, 2009 It’s Christmas time and parents are worried what gifts to get for their children. Here are some ideas to guide you. The best Christmas gift for children, whether girls or boys and no matter what age, is computer games. When [...]

Decorating a Christmas Tree

Decorating a Christmas Tree

Decorating a Christmas Tree Posted in Christian Festivals, Festivals in December on 13. Dec, 2009 The tradition of decorating a Christmas tree goes back to the 16th century when Christmas candies were used as decorations by the Germans. The Christmas food later gave way to candles, bells, glass balls, light bulbs and many other glittering [...]

Santa Claus

Santa Claus

Santa Claus Posted in Christian Festivals, Festivals in December on 13. Dec, 2009 Santa Claus, also known as Father Christmas, is perhaps the most popular Christmas figure among kids. He is a stout, jolly old fellow with a white beard who wears a red suit. He lives at the North Pole. Santa Claus brings gifts [...]

It’s Christmas Time!!

It’s Christmas Time!!

It’s Christmas Time!! Posted in Christian Festivals, Festivals in December on 13. Dec, 2009 As November ends, the preparations for Christmas pick up. The streets and malls are decorated with colored lights and have a festive look. From the first week of December, people start decorating their houses and yards. Multicolored ribbons, paper and plastic [...]

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