The New Year is not only a holiday for the world's major capitals, but also a time of luxury and showy splendor. Every year, they spend millions of dollars to give their public squares, famous places, and streets a festive look. Radar Armenia presents the costs of New Year's decorations in 5 major cities (based on available data, which may vary from year to year).
In the US capital, Washington, D.C., the state's main Christmas tree is installed every year near the Capitol, and the National Christmas Tree is installed near the White House. The costs include the transportation of the tree, installation, lighting, and events. Annual fees can reach about $500,000 (in some years, less or more, depending on the source). It is noteworthy that in addition to the tree, New Year's shows attract thousands of visitors.
