SAVE MONEY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH WRAPPING TIPS YOU CAN MASTER AT HOME Tinsel is said to have originated in Nuremberg, Germany ... SEARS SOLD THE FIRST ARTIFICIAL CHRISTMAS TREES FOR $0.50 ...

In 1848 the Illustrated London News published a drawing of the royal family celebrating around a decorated Christmas tree, a tradition that was reminiscent of Prince Albert's childhood in Germany.

and visitors can look forward to German Christmas classics as well as international songs. Singing under the Christmas tree has become an integral part of the Christmas market: Every Wednesday ...