Queen Victoria Popularizes Christmas Tree Tradition

Queen Victoria played a significant role in popularizing the Christmas tree, a tradition that has roots in ancient celebrations of the Winter Solstice. While evergreen trees were used historically to symbolize light in winter, it wasn't until the influence of Queen Victoria and her German heritage, particularly through her husband Prince Albert, that the decorated Christmas tree became a widespread custom in the English-speaking world. An 1848 etching depicting the royal family around a Christmas tree further solidified this trend. Meanwhile, festive romantic dramas are set to air during the holiday season, including 'Runaway Christmas Bride', where a woman finds romance after leaving her groom at the altar, and 'A Star-Crossed Christmas', featuring a romance between heirs of rival tree-selling families. Additionally, 'Royally Wrapped for Christmas' tells the story of a charity director who falls in love with a prince. These shows reflect the holiday spirit alongside the historical significance of the Christmas tree.