Tens of thousands of people turn out on St. Peter's Square at the Vatican to hear the Argentine pope deliver his “Urbi et Orbi” (to the city and the world) blessing and message, marking the second Christmas since his election last year.
Christmas Celebrations Around the World
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Indian slum children hold toys and gifts donated to them by a non-governmental organization as part of Christmas Day celebrations in Ahmadabad, Dec. 25, 2014.
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Rustaveli Avenue is decorated with illuminations for New Year celebrations in Tbilisi, Georgia, Dec. 24, 2104.
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Children carry a snake made out of rags and paper as they take part in the traditional dance of "Los Gigantes," or "The Giants," during Christmas celebrations on Christmas Eve in Antigua Guatemala, Dec. 24, 2014.