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City Breaks Prague

Prague is a great city to visit all year round, with its stunning architecture and rich history; highlighted by many of the grand castles and bridges dotted around the city, some of which date back as far as the 14th century. It's during the festive season, however, when the city centre comes alive with the annual Christmas Markets lighting up the city streets.

Author: Asif Khan
Date: Dec 19, 2009 - 3:38:35 AM

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As Christmas is literally around the corner, many European cities are preparing for the festivities by opening their Christmas markets. Historically part of the advent in Germany and Austria, it has now become part of the Christmas celebration in several cities around the world. While there are several Christmas markets around the world, the most exciting ones can be found in Vienna, Budapest, Berlin and Prague.

For the uninitiated, a Christmas market consists of several booths and stalls in the town square or other pedestrian zones selling food, drink and gifts. The food on sale includes sweets like 'Gebrannte Mandeln' (candied, toasted almonds), gingerbread cookies and 'Christstollen' or 'Stollen' (a bread-like cake with pieces of candied fruit inside).

Most impressive of all however, is the Christmas tree which stands in the centre of the Town Square. Shipped from the Sumava Mountains in the south of Czech Republic, the huge tree is draped in beautiful lights that when set against the dark, Gothic background of Prague's town centre, forms a spectacular sight.

In Prague the two main Christmas Markets are held at the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square. Here, visitors can sample local delicacies like corn on the cob and sausages, while local and international choirs and musical ensembles entertain them as they browse the market stalls. The goods on sale include Czech glass, scented candles, wooden toys, ceramic mugs and Christmas tree ornaments. The square also includes a Christmas tree shipped from the Sumava Mountains in the South of the Czech Republic to make for a truly spectacular view against the gothic skyline.

Prague City Break Attractions

Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic is an excellent destination for short breaks and holidays alike.

There are other magnificent Churches you can visit while you are on your city break, the Church of St Nicholas that brings the old world style and modern glamour in one. Then there is the view of the Wenceslas Square or the Prague Gardens such as the Petrin Park. The bridges are something else that should not be missed one fine example is the Charles Bridge.

The Neo Gothic towers of St Peters and St Paul, here you can see where myth and legend meet history are viewable by anyone and everyone as the first seat of Czech Princes and Princesses. You will also want to visit the Astronomical clock dial, which was made in 1410 by Mikulas of Kadan and Jan Ondrejuv called Sindel. There is also the National Museum to visit, the Rudolfinum or House of Artists and of course the many art galleries. You can find yourself basking in history or mixing it with the modern world.

Those enjoying a Christmas European city break to Prague or Budapest have the opportunity for a truly unique experience, not to mention the chance to pick up some great gifts for friends and family back home, without having to use the expensive Euro.

Holidays to Prague can vary from the inexpensive to the luxurious, with a wide range of hotel accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets

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