Christmas markets are street market linked to the celebration of Christmas during the four weeks of Advent. One such market has already opened to visitors in Germany. (Photo: AP)
View of a carousel in front of the Christmas tree at the Christmas Market.
Visitors enjoy a stroll at the Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany.
A giant Ferris wheel serves to provide fun for the crowds done with shopping.
People walk past little shopping stores at the market.
The traditional Christmas Market is seen from above just before it was opened.
People enjoy the traditional Christmas Market after it was opened in Frankfurt, Germany.