The miniature Christmas village is a tradition in many families — a tiny idyllic world filled happy people, shops, and of course, snow. It’s common to see various miniature buildings for sale ...

and miniature houses displayed in a window or along a mantel. It's these vintage touches that make the holidays feel homey. We first spied Christmas villages in the 1966 edition of BH&G's ...

The British Broadcasting Corporation Christmas display “costing more than our wedding” Paul Gunter, pictured with his partner Joe, has built a huge festive village at his home A man has built ...