Christmas trees are beautifully decorated on the Eve of Christmas by the children of Austria. Various items such as colorful toys, straw stars, small bells, crystal balls, chocolate, sweets, and candles are used to decorate the Christmas tree in Austria. People also erect Christmas crib which depicts “Holy Family in Stable” in Austria. The kids come out from their houses for “Bescherung” which means the arrival of Santa Claus (commonly referred to as “Christikindl”) with gifts for the children
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In Austria, Christmas is considered to be one of the most significant religious holidays. Christmas is a public holiday in Austria. Christmas being one of the major festive seasons across the globe, the people of Austria eagerly anticipates the festival of joy and merry making, that is, Christmas with much zeal and enthusiasm. The time of this festive season of Christmas is considered the apt season for spending quality time in the holiday mood with family and friends. The preparation for welcoming this festival of joy and merry making starts in Austria on 
