Since it is exactly 40 days before Christmas, I just feel so excited. I know that almost everyone's feeling the same way as I do. I'm so glad to see different Christmas decorations every where i go and more excited to give gifts to my loved ones especially to my godsons and daughters. I really love Christmas because it gives me a joy that cannot be explained in words.
When talking about Christmas, Christmas trees cannot be out of the topic in any part of the world. I love seeing Christmas trees especially those big ones and so as i saw the following Christmas trees, I can't help but be amazed on how it was built and decorated. These were all from last year's Christmas season and i hope that i will get to see something like this posted next year.
- Trafalgar Square, London. Since 1947, every year, the people of Norway gives London a Christmas tree to give gratitude for the support that was given by the Britains during World War II. It is always been placed in Trafalgar Square and as soon as it is placed there, it means that the countdown for Christmas has started.
- Puerta del Sol, Madrid, Spain. Spain has a Christmas celebration that is worth attending. The world's biggest lottery is done here. As you go to this place and see the Christmas tree, you will truly feel the spirit of Christmas and feel as if you are the winner.
- St. Peter Square, Vatican. This is a must-seen place for every Cristian because you will not just feel the true Christmas spirit through praying in the church but will also be able to enjoy the beautiful scene in the place.
- Galeries Lafayette, Paris. Paris is one of the most visited place during this Christmas season and people are always expecting for each year's Christmas tree that will be place in the department store. Can you believe that more people visits the department store than the famous Eiffel Tower? Well, I know that you will believe it as you see this Christmas tree.
- Karwendel Mountains, Germany. Seeing this kind of display next to a chapel reminds us of the true meaning of Christmas. Simple yet special. Nothing to say, I am just so amazed.
- Lisbon, Portugal. This is the largest Christmas tree in Europe last year. It stands 230 feet tall and has a lot of lights. Very beautiful!
- Murano Island, Venice. Known for their good quality of glasswork, Venica made the tallest glass Christmas tree in the world. This was made by Simone Canedese and for them, it is a reflection of a modern Christmas season.
- Grand Prince Hotel Akasaka, Tokyo. These amazing lights outside the hotel makes every people want to go in here. This lights forming a Christmas tree stands out among different lights in the city.
- Monte Ingino, Italy. This is the biggest Christmas tree display in the world. Yearly (every December 7), this Christmas tree is being lighted and gives the people the amazing Christmas experience.
- Capitol Christmas Tree, Washington D.C. This Christmas tree is decorated with different ornaments made by the school children in the United States. 2009's tree's ornaments mostly came from the children in Arizona. They are all encourage to have their own craft from recycled materials each year. Isn't it just amazing? Recycling and at the same time, making everyone feel that Christmas is coming?
- Beijing, China. This Fiber Optic Christmas Tree is one of the most popular spot in China in last year's Christmas season. The people in China wants to give every people their message that the birth of Christ is continuously growing.
oh i am so excited for Christmas! I hope to go to these places in the future. :)
But let us all not forget that Christmas isn't just about decorations and feast. It is more about giving. It doesn't matter if you don't have a Christmas tree as beautiful as those mentioned above or if you have no Christmas tree and decorations at all. Remember, it is the time to remember Christ who was born to save us from our sins. Most of all, it is the time to share what we have to those who are in need.
What we will feel in sharing what we have for others is a better feeling than we will feel upon seeing and decorating beautiful Christmas decorations. As a song goes, "Give love on Christmas Day..." and giving is one form of giving love. In fact, that is the true meaning of Christmas, right?
ADVANCE MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE! :)
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