Bah humbug! Crisis vs. Christmas in Madrid (photos)
Designed by Spanish fashion designer Agatha Ruiz de la Prada, this tree is in the heart of Spain and Madrid--the center of Puerta del Sol. Photo: Anthony Esparza
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comVisitors are free to enter the metal tree, often spinning around to get the full effect. Photo: Jennifer Riggins
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comLarge Christmas balls hang between buildings over Madrid's busiest shopping districts. Photo: Anthony Esparza
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comThe carousel on Calle de Serrano, Madrid's Fifth Avenue-style shopping district. Photo: Anthony Esparza
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comFewer decorations like these icicles light up Madrid this year. Photo: Anthony Esparza
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comPlaza Mayor is the popular holiday tourist visit for all Spanish, who come to buy pieces for their Belen, or nativity scenes.
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comShoppers on Calle Mayor. Photo: Jennifer Riggins
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comShoppers out in the center of Madrid. Photo: Jennifer Riggins
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comSpain's omnipresent department store El Corte Ingles decorated for the holiday. Photo: Jennifer Riggins
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comMadrid's "Broadway"--Gran Via. Photo: Jennifer Riggins
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comPuerta del Sol is a hotspot for buying"El Gordo" Navidad Lottery tickets. Photo: Jennifer Riggins
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comPlaza Callao. Photo: Jennifer Riggins
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comThe tree in Sol, with the New Year's Eve clock behind. Photo: Jennifer Riggins
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.com