While I’m no longer in Sydney, the city was already getting ready for Christmas. I saw one particular bus decked out inside and out for Christmas, with tinsel lining on the railings and pictures of Santa taped on the windows. It’s a funny place to have Christmas since it’s summer down in the Southern Hemisphere. I’ve seen so many pictures of the Christmas Day Bondi Beach party, but seeing the preparations firsthand were entertaining.
I love how involved the city gets for Christmas, considering how politically correct the United States tries to be. It’s all “happy holidays” back home. Sydney puts up a Christmas tree right outside the New South Wales Parliament in Martin Place.
Even the pubs get dressed up for the holidays. The Australian in the Rocks is a super old pub that has excellent pizzas and a nice selection of beer. I love the garland it has above the outdoor sating.
Three Wise Monkeys Pub on George Street likes to dress up the monkeys for special occasions like the Rugby World Cup finals and now as sneaky Santas.
Here is the aforementioned Christmas tree in Martin Place. This picture was taken while they were still putting it up but since they’ve added lights and there’s always people posing in front of it. I also wish I had gotten pictures of Town Hall lit up, but didn’t get the chance. Oh well. I hope you enjoyed the festive pictures!
I left Sydney less than a week ago – these are definitely some familiar looking spots! While summer down under has it’s benefits, I prefer my Christmases to be on the colder side. But the goon (any experience with that?) can stay…