Snowy in Stockholm: Christmas Market in Gamla Stan Old Town

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Gamla Stan can be reached by crossing a huge bridge and passing old but beautiful buildings. There are tiny streets with lots of shops, cafes and restaurants. These streets kind of reminded me of Venice with their cobble stone and narrow walkways. Right in the middle of this area is the market place - a traditional European square flanked with a church and other important municipal buildings. Especially during Christmas time, this is the natural centre of festivities. The snow was still falling and the Christmas music could be heard oh so subtle in the background, and it smelled like roasted almonds and Glögg. This was seriously the perfect First Advent for us!

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