In Germany in the Middle Ages, it was common practice to decorate the house with evergreens during the winter: their greenery was seen as a sign of hope, a reminder that nature would awaken in spring. When Christianity spread to Europe, this tradition was adopted to celebrate Christmas.
In Germany in the Middle Ages, it was common practice to decorate the house with evergreens during the winter: their greenery was seen as a sign of hope, a reminder that nature would awaken in spring. When Christianity spread to Europe, this tradition was adopted to celebrate Christmas.