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Holiday Countdown

Discover the traditions and fun facts about holidays around the world

Christmas

December 25

Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world.

There are 219 days until Christmas.

Traditions

  • Decorating Christmas trees
  • Exchanging gifts
  • Attending church services
  • Sharing meals with family and friends
  • Singing carols

Fun Facts

  • The first Christmas was celebrated in Rome in 336 AD
  • Santa Claus is based on Saint Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop
  • The tradition of Christmas trees began in Germany
  • Christmas is celebrated in over 160 countries worldwide
  • The word "Christmas" comes from "Christ's Mass"