by Andrew Kulha
Last updated: 7:00 PM ET, Wed November 30, 2016
For Americans, perhaps no tree has as much tradition and history behind it than the national Christmas tree, which can be found in Washington, D.C.
The history of the tree goes all the way back to 1923, when President Calvin Coolidge lit a 48-foot fir tree on the Ellipse south of the White House.
In 2015, the tree radiated a bright gold and white while overlooking the White House, truly a spectacle to see for those with a eye for beauty and a mind for American history.
The 2016 National Christmas Tree will be lit on Dec. 5, 2016.
Bonus Tree: Floating Christmas tree in Rio de Janeiro
If you're lucky enough to find yourself in Brazil for the 2016 Holiday season, make sure to check out one of the most unique Christmas trees in the world -- one that can be found floating on the water.
With a flashy style truly befitting of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil hosts the largest floating Christmas tree in the world
With Millions of lights and fireworks accompanying its lighting, this is one tree that needs to be seen to be believed. Keep in mind that it's an entirely metallic structure, but that doesn't take away from the beauty of either the moment or the tree itself.
Viva Brazil.
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