where did the tradition of christmas trees start

The tradition of decorating a tree for Christmas dates back to the 16th century, when Christian families would bring trees into their homes and decorate them with apples, nuts, and other small gifts to celebrate the birth of Christ. The practice was brought to England in the 19th century by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, who were known for their love of Christmas and its traditions. The modern Christmas tree, as we know it today, was popularized in the United States by the German immigrants who came to America in the 19th century.