Blog posts tagged with 'christmas time'

Legend of Saint Barbara

Saint Barbara was the daughter of a pagan king in the 3rd century.

However, Barbara herself believed in Jesus Christ and embraced Christianity.

Her father was against it and had her locked up in a tower, but she refused to give up her faith. Eventually she was tortured and died at the hands of her father.

Barbara's feast day in the Czech calendar is 4 December.

On this day, cherry or apple branches are traditionally picked and placed in a vase, and if they blossom by Christmas, it is sa...

Fresh air, the scent of cinnamon and mulled wine filling the streets, and twinkling lights illuminating the night sky – it's the magical Christmas time in Europe. Stepping into these markets is like entering a fairy tale, where every street corner is adorned with holiday cheer. Let's explore some of the most enchanting Christmas markets in Europe.

1. Prague, Czech Republic: Old World Charm Meets Christmas Magic 2.12.2023 - 6.1.2024

Prague, with its medieval architecture and charming ambiance, transforms into a...