One of the best parts of winter is the snowy weather it brings, making an ideal canvas to build a snowman - and around the world, there are some people who have seriously upped the stakes.
We take a look at the awesome and mind-blowing snow creations across the globe...
© Photo: InstagramThis jaw-dropping owl snow sculpture was created in Russia and no doubt added a touch of festive cheer to passers-by during their daily commute!
© Photo: InstagramThe Snowman is a Christmas classic - and this creation makes an ideal festive tribute.
© Photo: InstagramIf he wasn't made of ice, we'd want to give this teddy bear a big hug!
© Photo: InstagramFans of Disney's Frozen will no doubt recognise Olaf - and it's so simple to copy at home if you're after a fun twist on a classic snowman.
© Photo: iStockThese seriously impressive Ice Skates wowed the public at the Winterlude Festival in Ottawa, Canada.
© Photo: InstagramThe Queen's Guard got a snowy makeover with this fun snowman!
© Photo: InstagramFans of The Lego Movie created this fun homage to Lego Batman - a character so popular he is set to get his own spin-off film in 2017.
© Photo: InstagramWe're impressed by this recreation of the Statue of Liberty in snow form!
© Photo: RexThere are always incredible snow sculptures at the annual Ice Festival in Sapporo, Japan, but this Thomas the Tank Engine tribute remains one of our firm favourites.
© Photo: InstagramWe're loving this quirky snow spaceship that landed at the Dinner Plain Alpine Village in Australia.
