White Christmas is celebrated in these cities of the world, know when the celebration will take place and its history.

Christmas 2025: Every year the festival of Christmas is celebrated with great pomp and show on 25th December. There is happiness all around the world to celebrate this festival. This day is celebrated to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. The joyous occasion is also associated with other customs like giving gifts, decorating Christmas trees etc. Although you must have heard about White Christmas on the internet or by many people. But do you know how to celebrate it and what it is? Let us tell you about it.

What is White Christmas?

White Christmas is defined as the presence of snow on the ground which gives the area the look of a winter wonderland hence the name. It is officially defined by the United States National Centers for Environmental Information as a minimum of one inch of snowfall on December 25. There are many Christmas customs like decorating the Christmas tree, exchanging gifts, caroling and gathering. Enjoy food with family. When there is snow on the ground and peaceful atmosphere on Christmas day, the festive feeling and happiness increases. Thus when White Christmas arrives it is a magical and special time to celebrate with friends and family.

In which cities is White Christmas celebrated?

White Christmas is celebrated mainly in colder regions of North America and Europe, such as Canada, USA Scandinavia (Norway, Finland), Switzerland, Austria, Czech Republic and Germany, where there is a possibility of heavy snowfall in December, as well as in the northern Himalayan regions in India such as Gulmarg, Manali, Shimla, Auli and Tawang, where December sees heavy snowfall, turning these places into snowy paradises and perfect for celebrations and winter sports. Are there. These places are filled with snow covered attractions and festive celebrations, providing a classic White Christmas experience in India.

History of White Christmas

The history of White Christmas dates back to the famous song “White Christmas”, which was written by Irving Berlin and sung by Bing Crosby. The song was a reminder of home and the holidays and became very popular among soldiers during WWII, while the literal definition of “White Christmas” is the presence of snow on the ground on December 25, a weather condition often associated with the song’s sad memories.