While ordering Christmas gifts online is the new trend, there
are still a few Christmas markets in the world that present
visitors with a unique and more hands-on shopping experience. These
markets are scattered all over the globe, and embody the Christmas
spirit. Here's a list of some of the best such markets around
the world.
Illuminated by lights and decorated beautifully, Old Town (a
part of Colmar) has a magical historic setting. Each year,
Colmarians create a special Christmas atmosphere by decorating
their stalls joyfully. One of several markets in the
town is exclusively for children.
Situated at Wenceslas Square, the market has rows
of beautifully lit wooden stalls that sell traditional fair,
Czech handicrafts and so on. If one gets hungry, there
are several local delicacies on offer, including mulled wine,
sausages and corn on the cob.
Although, it is most well-known for Oktoberfest celebrations,
Bavaria in Germany also hosts a fantastic Christmas market.
Shoppers can buy traditional Bavarian gifts, while sipping the
famous beer.
The oldest Christmas market in Stockholm is located near the
Royal Palace in Stortorget Square. The market is made up of several
wooden stalls that sell smoked sausages, cured reindeer meat,
jewellery and Christmas knick-knacks.
As many as 200 well-decorated wooden stalls are arranged in the
old, historic part of Frankfurt which is bathed in a sea of light.
Visitors can enjoy mulled wine, apples, chestnuts and gingerbread
here.
During the Christmas holidays, Piazza Navona, a landmark
located in the heart of Rome, is decorated with thousands of
colored lights. The entire square is overrun with booths selling
Christmas ornaments, Murano-style glass jewellery and plastic
toys.
Every year, Princes Street Gardens is the venue for the
traditional German Christmas market. The historic castle and the
Edinburgh wheel which is illuminated by colourful lights is in the
background, making it look all the more enchanting. Around 25 of
these stalls are from Germany, providing for an authentic
continental experience.
