Fresh Christmas trees bloom in Dubai market

All the way from Canada, christmas trees line up satwa market, transforming it into a winter wonderland and filling the air with a fresh, pinene aroma.

Every year during the season, residents from all over the UAE head to Satwa for the perfect centrepiece for their home decorations. Whether it's a small corner tree or a towering floor-to-ceiling masterpiece, shoppers can be spoiled for choice to make their homes look merry and bright.

The vendors at the market have also imported Nordmann firs from Denmark, and many residents prefer this particular tree. Angela, a Filipino expat and resident of Deira, purchased a 10-footer for her hall.

"We have a spacious hall, and for Christmas, we want it to be the most attractive place as we are expecting many guests," explained Angela. She continued, "Decorating this sizable tree will be fun. We plan to hang cookies, chocolate, nuts, gifts, tinsels, ornaments, baubles, globes, and, finally, the lights."

Carolina Borges, a Polish expat living in Al Jaddaf, was among the many who visited the Satwa market to shop for their tree. A physiotherapist by profession, Borges shared, "For the last few years, I have been coming to the market to get a fresh Christmas tree for my house. I have already picked out my tree for this year.

"We also have a similar Fraser Fir tree in Poland, and this is so close to my heart. We decorate the trees with apples, oranges, and gingerbreads. The tree has a significant fragrance that leaves the whole house smelling amazing," shared Borges.

Satwa vendors reported that the demand soared through the roof during the National Day weekend.

Ahmed, one of the sellers, said they have received a good response from shoppers. "It seems everyone wants a Christmas tree. During the National Day Weekend, we sold over 90 trees daily, and currently, the number is at 50 a day," said Ahmed.