Unlike yesterday (which was grey and foggy), today offered a bit of sunshine again. To make the most of the daylight, I went out for a walk around noon. Although I had not really intended to go all the way into town, my camera seemed to have persuaded my feet to take me there anyway. ("I know you don't need anything," the camera said, "but can't we just go and have a peek at the Christmas market anyway?" So we did.)
Besides the few market stalls along the square, this weekend there was an extended Christmas market along one side of a long pedestrian street stretching all the way (several blocks) from the square to the Textile Fashion Center and College. Rather clever really, as that keeps people moving on rather than causing too much crowding.
(Looking back towards where I came from.)
that is a great idea, you and your talking camera could walk without being caught up in crowds of people... i hope they are made good sales. also happy the weather let you wander outside..
ReplyDeleteYes it was good weather for a walk. I hope they made good sales too, but I'm afraid I did nothing to help...
DeleteI always love seeing the Christmas Market. Did you buy anything?
ReplyDeleteNo, nothing. I've posted my Christmas cards and presents, I've ordered my food with home delivery, and I have all the clothes that I need...
DeleteThat looks like a nice long market to visit. Did you find anything to buy?
ReplyDeleteTerra, I was only "windowshopping" (if one can use that word when there weren't even any windows...)
DeleteThose blue skies are so good for the soul! We have had mostly a grey solid lid above our heads in December. It did not stop me from walking, but whenever I managed to grab a few sunrays and see some blue sky, I realised how much I miss that when it's all grey.
ReplyDeleteMeike, it's been very mixed weather here but I usually try to take advantage of the sunny winter days when I can, to be out a bit longer.
DeleteSo much to see on a nice walk, I really like the green building.
ReplyDeleteAmy, yes, that's one old building that stands out a bit ;)
DeleteIt's strange to see such quiet streets at a Christmas Market, but probably just as well in these uncertain times. We're used to seeing crowds enjoying themselves.
ReplyDeleteCG, you'd probably say the same about a "normal" market here, compared to what you're used to in southern Europe... ;)
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