Song "Silent Night" in Gregorian chant
Youtube Video – Here Comes Christmas (Silent Night)
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Welcome to the Christmas blog
Our blog has just been born… We are a team of three writers to feed Goal: – Share the magic of the holiday – Educate ourselves and you on the history and traditions surrounding the holiday – Provide gift ideas, it’s always a headache when the month of December…
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Happy Holidays 2011
Christmas 2011 Blognoel.com wishes you a Merry Christmas 2011 Best wishes to each of you for Christmas Eve. Be kind to one another! Christmas is useless if hatred and bitterness remain... forgive, reconcile... there is so much more joy in life when there is...
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Christmas Around the World Series: in the Tropics
Christmas in the Caribbean lasts several days and is a joyous occasion. In the past, the festivities began well before December 25th. Traditions: From the end of November, the islanders begin to soak orange peels in rum and dry them in the sun. The typical...
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Christmas markets in Europe 6. Brussels
Unlike in Germany and Alsace, the Brussels Christmas market is a relatively recent tradition. In 2003, however, it was voted "Europe's most original Christmas market" by British tour operators. The Brussels Christmas Market (known as "Winter Wonders") consists of some 240 chalets...
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Some of the most expensive gifts in the world
For Christmas, what should you give the man or woman in your life when you're immensely rich? The question arises because, after all, the Croesus of this world also have to be able to do their shopping somewhere... according to their budget! More seriously, the gifts we're presenting to you today are closer to works of art than...
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Christmas around the planet
It's always interesting to learn about cultural differences. Let's take a look at how Christmas is celebrated in other parts of the world. For example, Australians celebrate Christmas in the summer. Families often enjoy their festive meals outdoors, in the garden, and sometimes even on the beach. Imagine Santa Claus arriving in…
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Christmas screensavers
Free Christmas Screensaver Merry Christmas 2010 to all Here are some samples from the site ecransdeveille.be Sparkling screensavers for your PC screens that are going to sleep. Some are accompanied by soft music. Windows PC Computing (all versions from Win 98 to Windows 7) Christmas tree, snowy landscapes, decorations… Download Charming Christmas landscape…
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The Star, the magical symbol of Christmas
According to theologians, the Star that the Magi from the East followed only appeared to better "sign" the birth of the Christ child. According to the New Testament of the Bible (Matthew 2:2), these three kings: Melchior, Balthazar, and Caspar, brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to the Christ Child. Each character is also linked to...
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One drink for the road…one drink too many?
It must be said that the holiday season is not conducive to temperance. On the other hand, a well-informed person has the leisure to decide how many drinks they will allow themselves in the evening; especially if they have to drive after a heavy meal. Since ancient times, alcohol consumption has been associated with meetings...
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Virtual treasures to download
Animated gifs, wallpapers, logos and ringtones for iPhone and mobile phones, icons, animated and still avatars, fun cursors for computers, so many small free programs to download to feel even more in the Christmas spirit. Here is a list of several sites where you are sure to find your virtual happiness: Christmas Logo…
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Christmas Carol: The First Noel
The origins of this traditional Christmas carol, The First Noel, seem somewhat mysterious, and it is difficult to establish the precise year in which it was composed. However, it is believed that it could date back to the 18th century, or even earlier, although history cannot officially prove this. However, in 1823, the words of…
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Christmas Song: God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
This old Christmas carol, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, is said to date back to the 18th century, although the exact year it was composed is unknown. However, it is known that the melody was published by a man named William B. Sandys in 1833, although he was not the author. As proof,…
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Christmas Market in Neuchâtel
Covered Christmas Market in Neuchâtel November 24, 2013 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Neuchâtel City Center Access map Neuchâtel Church The Neuchâtel craft fair (first of its name in this form) will present a wide range of artisans from the Neuchâtel region. Live candle making, painting, sewing, turning on…
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Traditional Christmas Log Recipe
If you don't already, maybe you promise yourself that every Christmas you'll make a wonderful Yule log. Here's a traditional recipe that's quite simple to make and will delight your family and guests. Ingredients for 8 people: For the cake, you'll need 100g of flour, 100g of…
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Cinema: The best films to watch with the family this Christmas (part 1)
During the holiday season, a special time to spend with family and friends, a trip to the cinema is often part of the program. Let's see what the big screen has to offer for Christmas. Mission Christmas: This animated film will be released on November 23. A co-production between Aardman Studios and Sony Pictures Animation,…
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But where do Christmas stories come from?
The first Christmas tales were sung more than told, by the troubadours of the Middle Ages. The elders began to spread them around the vigil, shortly before Christmas mass. These were tales inspired by the Gospels, developed around sacred history and the Nativity. At the same time, in the cottages, people exchanged...
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Eva Longoria flirts with Santa Claus
Eva Longoria, former Desperate Housewives and ex-wife of Tony Parker, flirts with Santa Claus.
