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Christmas Trees From Around The World


 

The Capitol Christmas tree in Washington, D.C., is decorated with 3,000 

ornaments that are the handiwork of U.S. schoolchildren. Encircling 
evergreens in the 'Pathway of Peace' represent the 50 U.S. states. 
 

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

 

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

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 's Murano Island renowned throughout the world
for its quality glasswork 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 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. 
 

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.
 

'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. 
 

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
 

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

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

 

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

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.
 

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

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Thanksgiving Side Dish: Whipped Sweet Potatoes - JKRUMS Style (Thanks @Marthastewart for the Recipe)

These were a big hit for dinner. Will add them to my list of approved sides! 

                 
Click here to download:
Thanksgiving_Side_Dish_Whipped.zip (498 KB)

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