In Portugal the beautiful Christmas markets are very popular, these open each year in the holiday season, to the delight adults and children who visit these picturesque places. These are winter paradises, special havens to acquire gifts and ornaments allusive to the season or just to try the delicious dishes that they usually made.
To marvel walking with loved ones, there is nothing more enjoyable than explore the different villages markets, arranged with ice tracks and ramps; a favorite place for the little ones to have fun playing in the snow.
Óbidos Vila Natal; It is one of the most frequented by visitors, offering different distraction and entertainment themes each year. Providing entertainment in which the magic of lights is present, along with the popular puppets and a mini train that move the tourists with whistles and noise; moreover, you will get excited with the most striking toys factory that you can see, because it is located facing a beautiful and imposing castle.
Representations of the birth of the Child Jesus can be seen in those attractive sites where travelers enjoy the holiday atmosphere, just like should be the Christmas markets in the region; which constitute a small amount compared with markets in different European countries.
Natalis is another market that catches the eye, because it is the largest of Lisbon. Gather lots of items, Handcrafts, accessories, fashion, jewelry and traditional gourmet food. The Christmas market in Viseu, begins selling its products since November, until December; and it takes place on the Rossio Square. It is a splendid alternative to buy costumes, fireworks, pyrotechnics, balloons and different types of gifts.
Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo, is an attractive market, where aside from getting all the gifts; you have a chance of winning raffles that are made and taste the delicious traditional dishes and beverages, typical of the town.
The Market of Funchal, located in Madeira; are generally frequented by locals, who consume most of its food, but also are covered with color and joy when Christmas comes, selling ingredients to prepare the traditional meals. You can also get flower and ornaments to decorate the trees and adorn your home.
Visiting Portugal at Christmas, without going to these emblematic markets; it’s like saying you did not know how to use your time. In these places you can choose many memories to take back home and share with your friends a whole cluster of experiences.
Places full of story where time stands still, always reflecting the tradition of these ancient lands; in which legendary, cheerful and romantic times are evoked. You should not miss the opportunity to go through Portugal and wrapped in the Christmas of the most popular Markets.
My portuguese friend always talks about his markets, he is from El Faro but everything is close in Portugal…