Turns out this is the reason the gift is placed under the tree at Christmas

"We wish you a merry christmas, we wish you a merry christmas, we wish you a merry christmas and happy new year!" Hooray ... Christmas is coming soon. What are you waiting for most on Christmas? What is the moment of gathering with family? Enjoying Christmas special food? Or other? Whatever it is, there is certainly one thing that everyone will look forward to at Christmas, especially children, namely Christmas presents.

Indeed, Christmas is synonymous with the name of the gift. In fact, many parents are willing to spend large amounts of money to give special gifts to their beloved child on that special day. Usually, the gift will be placed under a Christmas tree that has been decorated with a variety of typical Christmas ornaments.

However, have you ever wondered why Christmas gifts are often put under Christmas trees? Especially if you often watch special Christmas films, they also do the same thing.

Actually there are several reasons that underlie these habits or traditions. Among them:

In the past, Christmas gifts were not in the form of large items as they are today, but in the form of cakes or candy so that many just put them in special socks. In some countries, this sock will be hung near a fireplace in the same amount as a householder. But now Christmas gifts are very diverse and putting them on socks is impossible.

Although the Christmas tree is not a must in Christmas celebrations, in reality its existence is considered quite important and is one of the symbols of Christmas. Putting a Christmas present underneath it will make the Christmas celebration even more felt.

Another thing that makes a lot of people happy to put Christmas gifts under a tree because this gift makes the Christmas atmosphere look more festive. In fact, sometimes, some people put some empty boxes but they are neatly wrapped to make the festive atmosphere appear.

Usually, parents will put these Christmas presents in the middle of the night after their children have gone to bed. In the morning, children will wake up cheerfully and full of curiosity to see what gifts parents have prepared for them. Seeing all family members gathered under the Christmas tree and eagerly opening presents, is guaranteed to be a priceless happy moment.