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Which country started the tradition of putting up a christmas tree

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The correct answer is Germany

Explanation: The first Christmas tree was decorated in Riga, Latvia in 1510. It is also believed that this tradition began in 1530 in Germany with Martin Luther. The stars of the sky helped to compose the image Luther reproduced with tree branches in his house.

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