What are the most beautiful Christmas decorations in the world?

The term "tradition" refers to a set of beliefs, customs, practices, knowledge, or habits passed down from generation to generation within a community or society. Traditions can encompass various aspects of life, from family and social events to cultural and religious ones. If traditions are about and above all about holiday decorations, which are the most famous and beautiful in the world and can serve as inspiration for creating a Christmas cozy home? Let's find out.

The Christmas tree - Germany

In Germany, the New Year period is associated with the famous Christmas fairs. At the end of November, every town, big or small, organizes a bright and festive market in its main square. The air is soaked with the aroma of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts, inviting holiday lovers to discover handicrafts and enjoy national food and drink. The Christmas tree, called a Tannenbaum, is usually decorated with white lights or glowing candles. Traditional Christmas decorations originated in 1600 during the time of Martin Luther, who is said to have used candles to represent the stars in the sky.

Christmas shepherd boy - Italy

It's not just panettone and pandoro that are synonymous at Christmas in Italy.

Christmas Star - Spain

If you want to follow the Spanish tradition, decorate your home with bright red poinsettia buds, also known as Christmas Stars. These flowers, abundant in the Canary Islands, are a Christmas decoration. In Spain, it is also customary to place a tray of traditional sweets such as candied fruit and marzipan on the doorstep to greet guests during the holidays, and balconies and terraces are decorated with images of the Magus and Santa Claus.

Christmas wreaths - France

Christmas decorations in France follow a strict tradition: wreaths, bows, walnuts and pinecones adorn the outside of all houses. A month before Christmas, a traditional garland is decorated using fresh leaves and adorned with bows. Inside this wreath are four candles symbolizing peace, love, hope and joy, which are lit one on each of the four Sundays during Advent. The Christmas trees are lavishly decorated with candles and bows, with a bright star at the top.