In Graphics | Who started the tradition of Christmas stockings?
Every year, children across the globe lay out stockings ahead of Christmas in the hopes that Santa Claus will fill them with gifts for Christmas. But did you know how did tradition began?
Christmas is almost here and ‘tis the season to be jolly!
Christmas is no longer just a religious holiday, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, but a hugely popular cultural one celebrated by people across the globe. Each year on December 25, people gather with families, exchange gifts and cards and decorate Christmas trees.
In fact, for roughly two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with traditions and practices that are both religious and secular in nature.
Ahead of the big day, we explain the origins of this holiday as well as some of the biggest customs tied to it — from the birth of the Christmas tree to the origins of the beloved Christmas stocking.
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