Neha Mewari | Dec 23, 2024
Christmas trees originated in Germany during the 16th century and were decorated with fruits, nuts, and candles.
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The tallest Christmas tree ever displayed was 221 feet tall, erected in a shopping mall in Washington in 1950.
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The first electric Christmas tree lights were invented by Edward H. Johnson, a colleague of Thomas Edison, in 1882.
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The first artificial Christmas trees were made in Germany using dyed goose feathers to resemble pine branches.
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In 1973, astronauts aboard Skylab 4 celebrated Christmas with a tree made from food cans and other materials.
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In the U.S., approximately 25-30 million real Christmas trees are sold each year, compared to 10-15 million artificial ones.
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Evergreen trees are a symbol of eternal life and were used in winter festivals long before Christmas.
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The Rockefeller Center tree tradition started in 1931, and it’s now one of the most famous Christmas trees in the world.
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The first official White House Christmas tree was set up in 1856 during President Franklin Pierce’s term.
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Used Christmas trees are often recycled into mulch or habitats for wildlife, contributing to eco-friendly practices.
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