This year, a Christmas tree grows in Oaxaca. Well, not a real, living tree. This one, almost 3-stories tall, was constructed over several days alongside the Cathedral.
Adding the green panels to the frame.
Hanging the lights.
So far, so good!
All dressed up and ready to go.
Lights on; crowds assembled!
What can I say? Nacimientos (Nativity scenes) are traditional here; Christmas trees are not. However, despite what we like to think, traditions are not static, they evolve. People come and go across oceans and across borders and they bring back what captures their fancy. All I know is that the city is alive with the sound of music, energy, and lightness of being.
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