Czech fishermen threw nets to catch carps from the dark water on Tuesday, during a traditional fish haul at the Horusicky pond near the town of Veseli nad Luznici, the Czech Republic. It is time to be busy for Christmas markets in each autumn. /Chinanews Photo

Carp has been an indispensable symbol of Czech Christmas. Local people usually serve carp with potato salad for Christmas dinner. Poached carp with vegetable is also one of the traditional delicacies. /Chinanews Photo

Before the Christmas, carp will be sold directly in the town street or the center of the cities. There is another saying that the carp will bring good fortune by keeping one or two carp scales in your wallet. /Chinanews Photo