Besides the famous nutcracker the erzgebirge is also known for wooden christmas pyramids, incense smokers and schwibbogen light arches. References this rheinlahn location article is a stub. Click on each image for a larger view and more information. In november, 1997 i travelled to seiffen, germany which is home to the centuries old, worldrenowned, artisan christmas wood working.
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