Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Christmas trees around the world.

I was forwarded this chain of pictures and commentary. I am resposting it here for you to enjoy. I DID NOT WRITE ANYTHING ON THIS POST OTHER THAN THE TITLES. I have tried finding the original author and was able to find this: http://www.travelindia-guide.com/tour-guides/celebrating-christmas.php The site doesn't take credit or state an author but I can only assume they are the ones responsible.
Washington D.C. (USA)

The Capitol Christmas tree in Washington, D.C., is decorated with 3,000
ornaments that are the handiwork of U.S. school children. Encircling
evergreens in the 'Pathway of Peace' represent the 50 U.S. states.


Umbria (Italy)

The world's largest Christmas tree display rises up the slopes of Monte Ingino outside of Gubbio, in Italy's Umbria region.Composed of about 500 lights connected by 40,000 feet of wire,the 'tree' is a modern marvel for an ancient city.


Tokyo (Japan)


A Christmas tree befitting Tokyo's nighttime neon display is projected onto the exterior of the Grand Prince Hotel Akasaka.


Praque (Czech Republic)


Illuminating the Gothic facades of Prague's Old Town Square,and casting its glow over the manger display of the famous Christmas market, is a grand tree cut in the Sumava mountains in the southern Czech Republic.


Venice (Italy)

Venice 's Murano Island renowned throughout the world for its quality glass work is home to the tallest glass tree in the world. Sculpted by master glass blower Simone Cenedese, the artistic Christmas tree is a modern reflection of the holiday season.


Moscow (Russia)


Moscow celebrates Christmas according to the Russian Orthodox calendar on Jan. 7. For weeks beforehand, the city is alive with festivities in anticipation of Father Frost's arrival on his magical troika with the Snow Maiden. He and his helper deliver gifts under the New Year tree, or yolka, which is traditionally a fir.


Lisbon (Portugal)


The largest Christmas tree in Europe (more than 230 feet tall)can be found in the Praça do Comércio in Lisbon, Portugal.Thousands of lights adorn the tree, adding to the special enchantment of the city during the holiday season.


Karwendel Mountains (Germany)


'Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree': Even in its humblest attire,aglow beside a tiny chapel in Germany's Karwendel mountains,a Christmas tree is a wondrous sight.


Paris (France)

Ooh la la Galeries Lafayette! In Paris, even the Christmas trees are chic.With its monumental, baroque dome, plus 10 stories of lights and high fashion, it's no surprise this show-stopping department store draws more visitors than the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower.


Rome (Italy)

In addition to the Vatican's heavenly evergreen, St. Peter's Squarein Rome hosts a larger-than-life nativity scene in front of the obelisk.


Madrid (Spain)

The Christmas tree that greets revelers at the Puerta del Solis dressed for a party. Madrid's two-week celebration makesmillionaires along with merrymakers. On Dec. 22, a lucky citizenwill win El Gordo (the fat one), the world's biggest lottery.


London (UK)

A token of gratitude for Britain's aid during World War II,the Christmas tree in London's Trafalgar Square has beenthe annual gift of the people of Norway since 1947.


Frankfurt (Germany)

Drink a glass of gluhwein from the holiday market at the Romer Frankfurt's city hall since 1405 and enjoy a taste of Christmas past.


Forest (???)

Against a backdrop of tall, shadowy firs, a rainbow trio of Christmas trees lights up the night (location unknown).


I have been sent this list of trees and commentary but it was not the person's original work. I have tried find the original author and was able to find this:
http://www.travelindia-guide.com/tour-guides/celebrating-christmas.php

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