(Photos: Getty Images) 
Christmas is just around the corner. Shopping may have been relegated to online and holiday get-togethers canceled, making this year different yet again. But that's all the more reason to take a spin around London and indulge in the decorations that are on display. 
Here's a snapshot of Christmas trees topped-up with holiday spirit: 
1. It takes some heavy-lifting. 
 

In this case, it takes a crane, also called a cherry picker. Christmas trees don't put themselves up, and the hard work may go unseen, like this gentleman putting the final touches on this stunner, seen in the courtyard of Somerset House. You may not be able to tell from the photo above, but the tree is placed in front of an ice rink, so visitors can enjoy it while indulging in a cold weather activity. 
2. The hard work pays off. 

A glorious tree is put up in Trafalgar Square annually, with a tree lighting happening the first Thursday of December. It's not just any ol' tree, it's a gift from Norway! The trees have been sent as a thank you from the Scandinavian country to Great Britain following WWI, so London's been enjoying these beauties since 1947. 

3. It's also about the onlookers. 

It makes us think of the philosophical question, "If a tree falls in the forest, and no one is around to hear it, will it make a sound?" If the Christmas tree is put up, and no one is around to see it, will it shine as bright? Yes, yes it will. But of course it's better when there are passersby, like in the above photo, showing the hustle and bustle of Bond Street all flanked by this magical spruce. 

4. It's not just people passing by who enjoy the displays. 

This snap is like a win-win. A Christmas tree and a cat, all in one? This little guy looks like he's either seeking shelter or just in the holiday spirit as much as everyone else. Actually, this looks like a perfect playground for him. He's just taking a break to be photographed, as he's been caught being mischief under the mistletoe. 
5. Christmas trees come in all sizes. 

This Christmas tree is size QUITE LARGE. With lockdown in place, some trees may not get as many onlookers, but that didn't stop Covent Garden from adding this ginormous pleasantry to their walkway. If the shoppers aren't noticing, we are. 
Here's a peek at the greenery in all its greatness: 

6. Some aren't necessarily made of evergreen needles. 

The Christmas tree found at Wembley Park is made of 100,000 LED lights. The structure is named Aurora Arbour, with the artist, Siân Bliss, finding inspiration in the "movement of a winter night's sky," according to Wembley Park's official page. 
If you'd like to see the tree of lights in all of its bliss, take a peek here: 

7. Others are pure art, made of hope. 

This Christmas tree, located at St. Pancras International train station, has a carousel. It's not necessarily meant for riding, just for looking. The carousel complements the tree made of 1200 meters of ribbons, which include quotes from Imperial College Healthcare, Guy's & St. Thomas's NHS Foundation Trust, the NHS Ambulance Service and the Royal Mail. 
8. There's even a Christmas tree made of words. 

The Victoria and Albert Museum presented a display in the front entrance, with a cloud of words shaped like a tree. The V&A delightfully referred to the piece of art as their "singing tree," which was designed by Es Devlin. Devlin considers the piece of art a "symbol of regeneration," which she expands on in the below clip: 

9. You may find a Christmas tree in front of prominent buildings. 

Even the Prime Minister is getting festive, with a Christmas tree standing right in front of 10 Downing Street, home to the PM. While we may not know what goes on behind closed doors, as it's the equivalent to the U.S.A's White House, we do know what's going on out in front, with the Christmas spirit in full effect. 
10. Or, inside prominent buildings. 

Each year, Queen Elizabeth II addresses the nation by giving the Queen's Christmas Message on Christmas morning. The monarch invites us into her home, where you can see behind her, is a tree decorated in gold ornaments. She gave her first speech in 1952 and will do so again this year. 

Are you feeling a little more festive right about now?