We put up #Christmas trees because… ancient solstice celebrations did it first 🎄

Evergreens symbolized life during winter darkness for Egyptians, Romans, Hopi, Persians and others. Christians adopted the tree centuries later, and Queen Victoria made it a worldwide trend. theconversation.com/the-christ… #Histodons @histodons

The Christmas tree is a tradition older than Christmas

Evergreens have long served as symbols of life during the bleakness of winter. But Queen Victoria spurred the tradition that has become a global phenomenon.

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