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Christmas<\/a>: it truly is one of the most special times of the year. Living in Malaysia, however, means that we experience a \"summery\" Christmas every year; distinctly different to the quintessential Christmas visuals\u00a0of snow-blanketed lawns and festive lights. But if you've always dreamt of having yourself a white Christmas, fret not. There are many cities in the world, from New York City<\/a> to Salzburg in Germany, that can offer you a slice of that magical festive experience you've always\u00a0associated with Christmas.<\/p>

You can opt for\u00a0a reindeer sleigh ride across the Arctic Circle to visit Santa Claus himself in Rovaniemi, Lapland (said to be the birthplace of this Christmas legend), or visit the magical Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, a beautiful city that transforms itself into a picture-perfect, postcard-worthy Christmas town during this time of the year.<\/p>

Head up to the gallery and decide which of these picturesque, Narnia<\/em>-worthy cities\u00a0should be\u00a0next on your holiday agenda this Christmas!<\/p>

Sarah Khan\u00a0<\/em><\/p>

Photos: Getty Images<\/em><\/p>

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10 Gifts to get for Christmas before they\u2019re sold out<\/a><\/p>

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