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Rockefeller Christmas tree lights up for the holidays

Video of the Day: Rockefeller Christmas tree lights up for the holidays

(CNN Newsource/NBC)
The Rockefeller Center Plaza in New York City lit up their famous Christmas tree on Wednesday, Dec. 4 for the holiday season. The tree lighting is a longstanding tradition in New York City, dating back to 1933. This year's tree is from Massachusetts and stands at a towering 74 feet, weighing around 11 tons.