Christmas time is a magical time of year, and when it comes to adding some festive cheer to your home, nothing says Christmas like a towering fir tree. But not all trees are created equal; some have become extra special thanks to their sheer size and the stories they tell. Here’s an inside look at the world’s largest artificial Christmas trees and the stories behind them.
The Enchanting Stories Behind Iconic Holiday Landmarks: From Rockefeller Center to Disneyland Park
One of the most prominent examples of a big Christmas tree can be found in London: The Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree. This gigantic tree has become a symbol of the city and stands tall each year in front of the iconic National Gallery. Every year, the tree is sent from Norway as part of Britain’s gratitude for Norway’s assistance during WWII, standing as a reminder that peace is possible even after conflict. The tree usually stands around 80 feet tall and is decorated with hundreds of fairy lights that illuminate the square every night during December. It’s also one of the oldest traditions associated with Christmas in London, having been erected every year since 1947!
In New York City, another giant tree soars over people enjoying holiday festivities on Fifth Avenue. At 30 feet high, this Rockefeller Center tree isn’t quite as tall as its London counterpart, but it’s no less impressive! Every year since 1933 an enormous fir has been erected at Rockefeller Plaza and is lit up during an annual lighting ceremony broadcasted to millions of viewers all over the world. This tree continues to draw huge crowds each December who come to marvel at its beauty or take photos alongside it.
On the west coast, San Francisco has its own impressive version of festive cheer: The Union Square Tree Lighting Ceremony held in mid-November each year sees thousands flock to witness one of San Francisco’s tallest artificial Christmas trees being illuminated with 50 thousand LED lights – making it one of America’s brightest holiday displays! As if that wasn’t enough reason to visit this grand event, attendees are treated to live music performances while they enjoy hot chocolate or sip eggnog beneath this glowing spectacle. But these aren’t just any ordinary artificial Christmas trees; these towering firs tell incredible stories about our cities and give us something unique to celebrate each holiday season. From Oslo to London, San Francisco to New York – these big Christmas trees bring together people from all walks of life under one roof (or should we say crown?) To appreciate our traditions with those around us while celebrating joy this holiday season – what could be better?