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Christmas Fair is a much awaited fair in Frankfurt. Held every year, this fair attracts a lot of domestic and international travelers. The beginning of this festival however dates back to the middle ages. With time this fair only grew to immense size and popularity as well. The fair generally kicks off in November from the Thanksgiving Day and ends just before Christmas. To be more precise; the Christmas Fair in Frankfurt is held every year between 22nd November and 22nd December. However you should verify the exact date from the locals. Stretching from Romerberg to the Main River; the Christmas Fair in Frankfurt covers a wide area. The entire area literally lights up with numerous colorful lights and superbly decorated Christmas trees. Apart from the aesthetic charm of the fair, the fair hosts several entertainment programs which are related to Christmas celebration. Chorus singing; Christmas jingles are sung. Besides, the sound of church bells, wind chimes and different religious concerts render an outwardly charm to this bazaar. With hundreds of stalls selling every Christmas items, the Christmas Fair swarms with people. Parents buy gifts for their children to let the younger ones think Santa Clause has brought the gifts for them. You can gift someone a sweet sounding Christmas bell or even a beautifully decorated Christmas tree. Talking of Christmas tree, the centre of attraction at this Christmas Fair is a huge tree which is imported every year from Switzerland. This Christmas tree is beautifully decorated with lights hanging from all its branches.
This month long Christmas fair remains open everyday from 10 in the morning to 9 at night. To reach this fair, journey along the subway line number 4. There is no entrance fee at this fair. So if you visit Frankfurt by the end of November or the beginning of December, do not forget to pay a visit to this bazaar.
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