The initial Christmas card was designed in 1843 by Sir Henry Cole, with a total of 1,000 cards produced and sold for a shilling each.
The tradition of kissing under mistletoe originated from ancient Druid rituals, symbolizing peace and goodwill.
The modern image of Santa Claus was popularized by Coca-Cola's advertisements in the 1930s, contributing significantly to his red-and-white suit.
In Ukraine, it's customary to place spider webs on Christmas trees for good luck, stemming from a folklore tale about a poor family and a friendly spider.
An Italian-American tradition involves a lavish meal on Christmas Eve featuring seven different seafood dishes, representing the seven sacraments of the Catholic Church.
A peculiar tradition in parts of the United States involves hiding a pickle ornament in the Christmas tree. The child who finds it first receives an extra gift.
The iconic candy canes were originally straight and white, believed to represent the purity and sacrifice of Jesus. The red stripes and curve came later.
St. Francis of Assisi is credited with creating the first nativity scene in 1223, using real people and animals to depict the birth of Jesus.
In some European cultures, Krampus, a horned creature, accompanies St. Nicholas to punish misbehaving children during the Christmas season.
Burning Yule logs during Christmas dates back to ancient times, symbolizing warmth, light, and protection against evil spirits.