Prague Old Town Square is one of the iconic attractions of Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic.
Every year during traditional holidays, there are lively markets and lighting decorations on the Old Town Square.
This year, affected by the European energy crisis, the square has reduced market lighting and lighting decorations.
During the holidays in previous years, the beautiful lighting and architectural lighting on the Old Town Square has always been a major sight in Prague.
But in the face of the current energy crisis, Prague is unable to light up the warm lanterns as usual this year.
Viewed from a height, this year's Old Town Square has reduced architectural lighting and lighting in most areas, and only the central street is illuminated.
The stalls in the market are also replaced with energy-saving light bulbs.
Since the Ukraine crisis, European countries have followed the United States in imposing various sanctions on Russia, resulting in a sharp drop in the export of Russian gas to Europe, and many countries have fallen into an energy crisis.
In response to the energy crisis, many European countries have introduced energy-saving measures.
The city of Prague this year requires that all districts of the city have festive lighting and light decorations that cannot be kept on as usual, and can only be turned on from 4 pm to midnight.
(produced by Wang Xiaoting)
Responsible editor: [Luo Pan]