Origin of the Christmas Tree

The fir, decorated with red apples was a symbol of the tree of paradise. In 1858, an artisan, who in the wake of a meagre apple harvest had no fruit to hang in the tree, had the idea to blow glass in the shape of balls to decorate the tree; the tradition of Christmas ball ornaments was born!

It became a tradition to perch a star at the top of the tree to remind Christians of the star of Bethlehem that led the three kings. 

In Germany, candles were placed in the Christmas tree. In France, this practice was soon abolished because of the occurrence of devastating fires.

In 1880 America, the Christmas tree became illuminated by strings of electric lights. 

Gifts left under the tree added a final touch to the decorations.

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