Christmas market on Prague’s Old Town Square opens up to public

Saturday’s opening of the Christmas market on Old Town Square in the centre of Prague drew great crowds of visitors, the Czech News Agency reports. Hundreds were pouring in by the hour and the square was full when the 25m high spruce tree.was lit up. The market opened up this weekend after a two-year-long pandemic hiatus.

Aside from being able to buy gifts and refreshments, visitors to the market are also be able to see a variety of shows, including folklore and dance ensembles from Czechia and abroad. Childrens workshops during mid-day hours are another feature of the program. The market will be open until the Epiphany on January 6.