Christmas in Germany...
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I can’t believe it, I am writing about Christmas – and it’s only November… but it has to be done :o)
Christmas in Germany
Have you ever thought about travelling to Germany during the festive period to spend an unforgettable Christmas in Germany? If you haven't, maybe you should.
One of the best attractions has to be the Christmas markets to be found in almost every German city. They range in size from just a few stalls in the smaller cities to the sprawling markets in major cities where you can spend hours searching for gifts. The bigger ones can be compared with fun fairs, because they have many attractions for everybody including rides for the kids and "Glühwein" (mulled wine) for the adults. Every year the locals turn out in their masses and people travel from all over the world to experience a truly magical festive experience.
The first ever Christmas market was held in Dresden in 1434, when the duke allowed the first market to take place the day before Christmas Eve, where people were able to buy all their Christmas presents and food. Over the years artisans joined the market and it has also been used by poor people trying to earn some money with their home-made handicrafts.
In 1471, the city of Dresden handed out "Stollen" (a special cake eaten in Germany in the days leading up to Christmas) to the poor people. This was the beginning of a tradition which even now is still a major feature for every Christmas market, Stollen and Glühwein……….yummmm!
If you don’t have any free time then you should make it. The weeks before Christmas are so hectic and what better way to take some time out than
walking to the nearest market, going to a "Glühwein" booth and watching the people passing by while enjoying the warmth of sipping your Glühwein. Everyone you see has the same expression of happiness and excitement on their winter chilled rosy faces.The market I love the most has to be the "Christkindlesmarkt" in Nuremberg, which is probably the most famous in the world!
Check out this link:
http://www.bestvaluetours.co.uk/christmas-markets-germany-sightseeing-tour-tfl.htm
posted by Londons Premier Tour Operator @ 2:35 PM
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