“A Picture is worth a thousand words” and to expand on my last blog on Prague, I definitely think that only my photographs will be able to depict the “wonderland” atmosphere in the Old City at this time of the year. The glittering lights, the gorgeous Christmas tree, the rows of wooden huts all dressed up in their finery displaying their wares from local food delicacies to handmade Christmas ornaments and crafts, hot mulled wine and Christmas carols – all makes for a wonderful fairytale Christmas.
Christmas Market in the Old Town Square – in the background is the Church of Our Lady before Týn (in Czech Kostel Matky Boží před Týnem)– this church has been the main church of the city since the 14th century.
Beautiful Christmas Tree with the podium where they have different choirs (mostly children) singing
Handmade decorations, pottery and ceramics are popular
A wonderful selection of nuts….salted, sugared, chocolate coated and all beautifully wrapped, ready to be eaten or taken home as a gift
A must have: The Czech version of a pancake, called “palacinky” with all kinds of fillings, absolutely delicious
A whole pig being roasted! Mixed together with sautéed potatoes makes for a tasty nibble.
The trdelnik is a very traditional type of twirled pastry that is covered in sugar and baked on hot coals – sold in summer as well
Had to add this photo of a beautifully lit up mall with a city tram passing by.
I really enjoyed the Christmas Markets and the fairytale atmosphere; I hope that these pictures will inspire you to visit Prague in winter!
what magical photos!
Looks absolutely magical – especially like the edibles!!
Wonderful photos!!
Fabulous pics……..magical atmosphere! Nelspruit Mall definitely doesn’t do it for me at Christmas time!!
wow – it looks SOOOO yummy. and festive!! i want to be there now.
Very beautiful
Definitely have to check out a real European Christmas Market one of these years.
~ Emme
Stunning!