The holiday cheer and spirit starts in Amsterdam in December, when the city is decorated with wonderful ornaments, the ice skating rinks are set up and there is something in the air, apart from the smell of cinnamon, that makes you appreciate the approach of Christmas and New Year’s. Though the weather is usually rainy, sometimes with hail, and the temperature ranges from 1 to 7° Celsius, there are numerous festive markets all around Amsterdam that are a lot of fun to attend. Visitors should not miss taking a picture next to the famous Christmas tree that is set up annually at the Dam Square in Amsterdam in December. Even though the days are short, there is much to do and see, apart from shopping for gifts.