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The German capital's most famous boulevard switched on its holiday lights, but energy-saving measures were put into place to offset rising power costs.
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Istanbul's Basilica Cistern is open to the public once more
Istanbul’s ancient underground water chamber, located under the popular Turkish city, reopens to the public with an umissable light and sound show.
Barcelona: Mapping Show on the facade of Gaudi's Casa Batlló
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Vatican City presents Nativity Scene, lights up Christmas tree
A few hundred people gathered for the annual lighting of the traditional Nativity scene and the Christmas tree in St. Peter's Square.
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