where did the tradition of the christmas tree come from

The Christmas tree tradition dates back to the ancient Germanic pagans who used to worship the sun and celebrate the winter solstice. They would bring evergreen trees into their homes to represent the eternal cycle of life and symbolize the hope of new life in the coming spring. In the 18th century, Prince Albert, the husband of Queen Victoria, introduced the Christmas tree to England, and the tradition quickly spread to other countries. Today, Christmas trees are an integral part of the holiday season, symbolizing the joy and warmth of the holiday season.