Worldwide Christmas Traditions

Walt Disney World hosts one of the world's most popular Christmas traditions

From Mickey's Christmas Carol to the reading of the Christmas Story with full choral accompaniment, Disney hosts a pile of Christmas traditions -- but none are quite as spectacular, or have quite as moving a story, as the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.

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Why Do We Put Up Christmas Lights During the Holiday Season?

It's that time of year again and we figured what better way to kick off the 2007 season of Christmas Lore than with the history behind those Christmas lights we'll all be hanging up soon. After all, we enjoy the beauty of this time of year. Why not get t the bottom of why the houses in our neighborhoods sparkle? Here's the scoop...

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The significance of Christmas candles across the globe

Christmas candles are prevalent in many Christmas traditions throughout the world.

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Is the Christmas rope light becoming a holiday tradition?

Christmas rope light decorations are gaining popularity. Of course, Laura Legend was curious about the Christmas rope light and wanted to know its significance.

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Traditions behind various types of Christmas lights and decorations

Christmas lights and decorations are generally beautiful and fill the season with a holiday spirit. Some Christmas lights and decorations actually have a rich history in traditions though many people don’t know a thing about the history behind the Christmas lights and decorations.

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A look into various Christmas lighting traditions from different cultures

Christmas lighting is a tradition just about everywhere. Candles, icicle lights, chaser lights and luminarias are just a few examples of many different types of Christmas lighting.

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Is the Christmas icicle light more than just a decoration?

The Christmas icicle light is growing in popularity. Around the Christmas season you are sure to see Christmas icicle light strands adorning the eves of homes and businesses everywhere.

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German and American contributions to the tradition of Christmas lights

Christmas lights are commonly used to decorate indoors and outdoors today. Christmas lights adorn Christmas trees, homes and other buildings. Going for a drive to view the amazing Christmas lights is a tradition for many families.

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