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Britomart Christmas Tree

 


While driving through Auckland city over the weekend we drove around trying to find this giant Christmas tree in Downtown Square near Britomart train station. 


And on the other side of the square these Christmas balls - the same as you would put on your tree but alot bigger in size.

Linking up with Through my lensTuesday TreasuresMy corner of the world, All Seasons and Wordless Wednesday.

Comments

roentare said…
The Xmas decoration is so incredible
Bill said…
What a beautiful Christmas tree.
s.c said…
Looks a bit wet but very nice.
Tom said…
...that's an impressive plaza at Christmas time.
Veronica Lee said…
Those oversized Christmas balls are such a fun sight!
It's always delightful to see cities decked out for the holidays. It really brings out the magic of the season.
Iris Flavia said…
Wonderful. I need to look what´s up here (if it wasn´t so cold and nasty...)
Lydia C. Lee said…
Very cute - and brighten the square. Very festive. Thanks for sharing with #Allseasons
Lydia C. Lee said…
Don't forget to comment.
csuhpat1 said…
Those are very beautiful.
Jeanne said…
It's fun to see Christmas decorations in other places - I'll probably not travel your way at Christmas time

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