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For many families, Christmas Panettone (or sweet bread in Italian) is a symbol of Christmas celebrations. This sponge cake, with or without raisins, candied fruit, or chocolate chips, is a staple on the tables of Europe and South America during the Christmas and New Year holidays.
A style of music known as Christmas Carols resurfaces at this time of the year when the Christmas air is everywhere. Few know the origin of the melody, even though it is frequently played during these sentimental dates
The first printed Christmas cards were created in 1843 by W.E. Dobson and Sir Henry Cole to make art depicting the Birth of Jesus available to the English people.
As Christmas and New Year’s Eve approach, we remember family members and loved ones who are no longer with us, although our loved ones are all around us, helping us to celebrate these dates in the best possible way.
The Christmas tree and the usual decoration of our homes during the Christmas holidays have a deep meaning that they share with other sacred trees around the world. Among their many symbolic meanings, they represent two very significant ones: fertility and immortality.
The practice of representing the birth of Jesus in images has its roots in the 13th century and was initiated by St. Francis of Assisi. According to the story, the preacher, poor and dressed in rags, was surprised by the harsh winter while preaching in the Italian countryside near Rieti. He sought refuge in the hermitage of Greccio. Christmas 1223 was approaching.
