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With Christmas holidays only a few months away, it is time to get into the festive spirit. And what better way to celebrate this time of the year than by visiting the most charming Christmas markets that are worth flying to?

Here is a list featuring the best Christmas markets in the world that are worth visiting and are great for buying unique presents–

Prague, Czech Republic

The Christmas markets in Prague are one of the quirkiest markets around. The biggest markets are located in King Wenceslas Square and Old Town Square, while the smaller ones are located right in the heart of Republic Square. Enjoy the Christmas carols and browse through the stalls – you will find traders selling wooden toys, scented candles, hand-made glass, and embroidery. For foodies, there is an abundance of sweets and savoury dishes – sugar-coated pastries, Czech muffins, roasted ham, barbeque pork, and a lot more. The Prague Christmas Markets remain open daily from November till January, including on the eve of Christmas and New Year. So you can look up Christmas tour packages and book your tickets to Prague anytime between these months.

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Quebec, Canada

Only a few years old, the Quebec Christmas Market in Canada is rapidly becoming a popular tourist attraction. The place comes alive weeks prior to the Christmas Eve. A wonderland with a warm and unique atmosphere, and beautiful decorations, the marketplace is designed to recreate the ambience of the big European markets and to offer you an unforgettable experience. You are left with a wide variety of delectable treats – gingerbread, bratwurst, mulled wine and much more. The marketplace hosts outdoor and indoor performances, chorus-signing shows, and lots of activities and fun performances for kids. The Quebec Christmas Market is one exceptional experience that you do not want to miss!

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Vienna, Austria

Vienna is one of the most beautiful destinations in Europe and is certainly a magical place to celebrate Christmas with your loved ones. The Vienna Christmas Market is one of the best in Europe. The traditional Vienna Magic of Advent is celebrated with lights and props in the City Hall Square. With huge, decorated Christmas trees and a carousel, wonderful presents and stalls serving delicious food, the marketplace is a great attraction to visitors around this time of the year. Book your flight tickets to Vienna under European tour packages and ring in this Christmas and New Year like never before.

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Dresden, Germany

With a history dating back to 600 years, the Dresden Christmas Market – also known as Striezelmarkt – is the oldest and the most popular Christmas fairs in the whole of Germany. The celebrations kick off in November every year in the city’s baroque Old Town. Highlights of the biggest Christmas markets in Dresden include the Pyramid Festival, the Stollen Festival, and a huge carousel. Twinkling fairy lights add to the charm of the ambience, and the foodies are spoilt for choice with a platter of scrumptious Saxon culinary delights. Featuring hundreds of booths with authentic handmade Christmas toys, pottery, handicrafts, wooden ornaments, candles, and so on, the place is great for shopping.

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Manchester, England

One of the biggest Christmas fairs in England, the Manchester Christmas Market around Albert Square is an experience you would not want to miss. The place features over 300 stalls divided into sections – German Market, French Market, World Market, and a family-friendly section with an ice rink in Cathedral Gardens. From wonderful handicrafts to lip-smacking delicacies – you will get it all here.

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Whether you are planning a solo trip or one with friends and family, our Christmas tour packages and international tour packages offer various itineraries for an unforgettable vacation. All you need to do is book the tour package that suits you the most for a magical Christmas experience at an affordable price.

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