The tradition of decorating Christmas trees goes back to ancient times when people would bring evergreen trees into their homes to symbolize the promise of spring. However, in the 1500s, Christmas trees became more common in Germany, where they were decorated with apples, nuts, and straw figures. In the 1800s, the tradition of decorating Christmas trees with lights and ornaments became popular in England, spreading to other countries in the 1900s. Today, the tradition of decorating Christmas trees continues to bring people joy and create special moments during the holiday season.