The annual Christmas Market in Praça do Tap Seac (塔石廣場) made its return yesterday, until January 1, New Year’s Day.
The 17-day market is open daily from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m., while it will be open till midnight on December 24, 25 and 31, according to a Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) statement yesterday. It sees the return of Christmas-themed booths selling snacks and gifts, as well as on-site performances such as juggling clowns and magic shows. Popular rides such as the merry-go-round, a little Christmas train as well as a large inflatable slide, have also been set up, and are open daily from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The statement noted that the rides and slide are free of charge and members of the public can obtain a number online to reduce their waiting time.
A temporary loading and unloading area for members of the public and authorised vehicles is also available on Rua de Afonso de Albuquerque (亞豐素雅布基街), according to the statement.
For more information, one can visit the bureau’s official website on www.iam.gov.mo
This undated handout photo provided by the Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) yesterday shows a Christmas Tree displayed at the Christmas Market in Praça do Tap Seac.