10 Spectacular Christmas Markets

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Christmas Markets

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Christmas Market History

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The Best Christmas Markets

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Frankfurt’s Christmas Market

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Salzburg’s Christmas Market

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Prague’s Main Christmas Market

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Carmel, Indiana Christmas Market

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10 Spectacular Christmas Markets

Christmas Markets

A Christmas market, also known as an advent market, is a street market that celebrates Christmas during the four weeks of advent

Christmas Market History

Christmas markets originated in Saxony, Germany, in the Late Middle Ages. They were held to celebrate the Advent season.

The Best Christmas Markets

Here are 10 of the best Christmas Markets in the world to help you get into the holiday spirit!

Frankfurt’s Christmas Market

Salzburg’s Christmas Market

Prague’s Main Christmas Market

Carmel, Indiana Christmas Market

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