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Castle Noel brings New York City Christmas windows to Medina: Photos

Castle Noel, the largest indoor year-round holiday attraction, has just unwrapped its latest addition that brings a touch of New York City's Christmas tradition to Northeast Ohio.
The 2016 Christmas window displays from Saks Fifth Avenue in New York City are now on exhibit at Castle Noel in Medina, which is the largest year-round indoor Christmas attraction. (Photo: Ryan Haidet, WKYC-TV)

MEDINA, Ohio -- It's always Christmas in Medina.

For real.

Castle Noel, the largest indoor year-round holiday attraction, has just unwrapped its latest addition that brings a touch of New York City's Christmas tradition to Northeast Ohio.

The colorful Nutcracker window scenes from 2016's Saks Fifth Avenue displays have been installed inside the halls of Castle Noel.

Mark Klaus and his wife, Dana, who own and operate Castle Noel, purchased the displays.

Yes, their last name is really Klaus. No kidding.

Mr. and Mrs. Klaus took their team to New York last year to dismantle, package and transport the window settings on Jan. 2.

"Incredible," Mark repeatedly said while gazing through the glass in admiration of the intricate, animated artwork.

See photos of the window displays:

But that's not all Castle Noel has to offer. Fans of the Grinch will gush with green giddiness to see hundreds of costumes and props from the 2000 hit movie starring Jim Carrey -- including the film's massive sleigh and Cindy Lou Who's whimsical bedroom set.

Will Ferrell's Elf costume, the toy soldiers from Santa Claus 2 and cousin Eddie's RV made famous by National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation are among the other highlights.

WKYC was given a quick tour inside Castle Noel, which you can watch here:

Castle Noel is open all year, but reservations for tours are highly recommended -- especially during the holiday season. It's located at 260 South Court Street in Medina.

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