Christmas illuminations in Essen, Germany.

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In the weeks before christmas, Essen has, since the 50's presented a light show in the city centre, under the motto "Europe in Essen." In 2006 the theme was "Guest country Hungary."

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Size: 5198px × 3621px
Location: 45127 Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Photo credit: © David Davies / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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