Christmas markets open in Czech capital

Two of Prague’s best-known Christmas markets opened on Saturday at the city’s Old Town and Wenceslas Squares, selling roasted chestnuts, mead, Christmas decorations, and traditional holiday items. 150 stands are selling wares. Saturday’s events include the lighting of the Christmas tree on the Old Town Square, to be attended by Prague’s Mayor Pavel Bem. Organisers expect between 15,000 – 20,000 visitors to attend. The markets will stay open until January 1st, 2008.