With harsh temperatures and extreme weather bearing down on most of the country this winter, it can be hard to appreciate the beauty of the season. It is all too often that we forget that winter can actually be a wonderland.
The cold and snow bring many opportunities for people to gather for festivals (or just their own frigid fun) to create gorgeous works of art.
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Take a look at some of these incredible and icy pieces from around the globe.
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BONUS: Neither Wind, Nor Rain, Nor Polar Vortex Can Stop Selfies
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