Mapping Out Christmas
Where is the world's largest floating Christmas tree displayed?
- The world's largest floating Christmas tree is displayed annually in Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
In which country is the city of North Pole where letters to Santa are sent?
- The city of North Pole is located in Alaska, United States, where many letters to Santa are sent each year.
Where did the tradition of the Christmas tree originate?
- The tradition of the Christmas tree originated in Germany in the 16th century.
In which country is it a tradition to hide brooms to keep away witches on Christmas Eve?
- In Norway, it is a tradition to hide all brooms in the house on Christmas Eve to prevent witches from stealing them.
What country is the poinsettia, a popular Christmas plant, native to?
- The poinsettia is native to Mexico and is popularly used in Christmas decorations.
Which country has the tradition of KFC for Christmas dinner?
- In Japan, it's a popular tradition to eat KFC for Christmas dinner due to a successful marketing campaign in the 1970s.
In which country is the largest Christmas market in Europe held?
- The largest Christmas market in Europe is held in Nuremberg, Germany.
Where is the world's biggest snow maze, which is often visited around Christmas time?
- The world's biggest snow maze is located in Manitoba, Canada.
In which city is the famous Christkindlesmarkt Christmas market held?
- The famous Christkindlesmarkt Christmas market is held in Nuremberg, Germany.
Which country holds the tradition of the "Cavalcade of Lights" to mark the start of the holiday season?
- The "Cavalcade of Lights" is a tradition in Toronto, Canada, marking the start of the holiday season.
