A Christmas tree is illuminated as the traditional Christmas market opens at the Old Town Square in Prague, Czech Republic. — Reuters
The market – which is popular with Czechs and foreign tourists alike thanks to its mulled wine, sausages, sweets and gifts – was set up with more energy-efficient bulbs to both save money and send a seasonal message of energy efficiency. Lit-up decorations and ornaments can still be seen at the market, thanks to energy-saving bulbs. — AFP