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What Is an Advent Calendar and Where Does It Come From?
12 Nov 2025 in Interests
As the Christmas season draws near, Advent calendars begin appearing everywhere — from supermarket shelves to online stores and social media feeds. But what exactly is an Advent calendar, and where did this festive countdown come from?
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