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Mar 18, 2024 · Prague (Czech: Praha) is the capital city and largest city in the Czech Republic. It is one of the largest cities of Central Europe and has served as the capital of the historic region of Bohemia for centuries. The city is famous for its unique medieval architecture, the historical centre of Prague is inscribed in the World Heritage List.
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The New Town of Prague (Czech: Nové Město) is in the east...
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Old Town Square is the center of eventful history of Prague....
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Prague On Segway, Tynska 624/13 (100m behind Old Town...
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The East of Prague is on the east side of the Vltava River...
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There are also several non-kosher hotels in Prague Jewish...
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The North of Prague consists of the numbered districts Praha...
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A first-timers guide to Prague’s old architecture
Today, not many cities in the world have the privilege of treasuring their old soul. Luckily for us, Prague is one of those. Whether you are looking at the Prague Castle, stunningly towering upon the city from the hills of the Hradčany district, or crossing the Charles Bridgeon a windy day; if you close your eyes, you can still feel the charm of a bygone era. Telling you that Prague is old is not an understatement. Indeed, the land of Prague has been inhabited since the Palaeolithic age. Howe...
Medieval Prague Itinerary
This very short itinerary of Medieval Prague will give you a great overview of the best city’s medieval architecture. This can be completed in one or two days (according to your pace). Moreover, this will make you check off your list some of the best things to see in Prague. Of course, there is much more to see. However, if you have a short time, this itinerary is perfect for you! Start your day early at Prague Castle (Point A on the map). The visit can take from a few hours to a half day. Th...
If you are more into modern architecture, Prague got you covered! In fact, the Dancing Houseis one of the most famous Prague’s landmarks. Built in 1996 by the architects Vlado Milunić and Frank Gehry it was for a long time a controversial addiction to the city’s skyline. In fact, the construction was often labelled as “out of place” within Prague’s...
Exploring Prague’s Nový Svět
If you want to discover a less known but yet beautiful part of Prague, you should visit the New World! Don’t be fooled by the adjective “new”. In fact, Prague’s Nový Svět(New World) is not new at all. This little street resembling a hidden version of the Golden Lane is very old and its history goes back to medieval castle life in Prague. Located in the neighbourhood of Hradčany at just a few steps from the Prague Castle, Nový Svět is one of the most underrated part of the city. It’s story beg...
Enjoy a special view of Prague from the Klementinum’ s astronomical tower
When I booked my tickets for the KlementinumI did it with the solely intention of visiting the majestic Baroque library. However, after my visit, I realised that it’s not the library that is worth the visit. In fact, the real star of the Klementinum is its underrated Astronomical Tower. Yes, the Baroque library it’s stunning BUT you can’t really access it. In fact, you can see it from distance only behind a glass panel. I am not sure if this measure it’s related to the Covid restrictions or n...
Visiting and staying at the Edward Kelley House in Prague
If you are interested into Prague’s mystical past, the perfect location to visit is the Museum of Alchemists and Magicians of Old Prague. Here, you can discover everything about Prague’s crown involvement with famous alchemists and visit the former house of Edward Kelley. The tower, in particular, is the location where Kelley conducted his esoteric experiments and still feature its original wooden staircase and laboratory. If you want an additional unique and magical experience, you can stay...
Getting Lost in Prague’s Mirror Maze
The Mirror Maze in Prague is a very nice location to spend some time between your Castle visit and a tour or Petřín Hill. This dates back to 1891 when it was built for the Prague Jubilee exhibition. It was originally located next to the Industrial Palace but it was moved Petřín Hill two years after the exhibition. The entrance gate is a rough copy of the 14th-century Gothic gate at Vyšehrad named Peak (Špička). The Mirror Maze is made of various rooms. This in include a maze room with 35 mirr...
Learning the history of Prague from its houses
A very interesting way of learning the history of Prague it’s from its past inhabitants. You just need to look around the facades of the Old Town to know what I mean. In fact, many of the houses in the Old Town still preserve their old signage and this can tell you a lot about the history of the buildings and their past owners. The practice of using symbols to recognise certain landmarks or private houses/work activities it’s old as the history of the world. This has been used by Egyptians, R...
Walking tour of Prague’s Old Town signage
While in Prague why not enjoying a self-guided tour of Prague’s most famous house signs? You can find below a list of the most known (and beautiful) old signs you should check out! This is not an exhaustive list but you can have a good understanding of Prague’s past. 1. The House at the Blue Fox (Dům U Modré lišky) 2. House at the Golden Pear 3. The House at the Crayfish 4. The House at the Golden Grape (Důmu zlatého hroznu) 5. The house At the White Peacock 6. The House at the two golden bea...
Pop a visit to Prague’s historical train station
Prague’s central station is unexpectedly beautiful. If your plans include a day trip somewhere in the Czech Republic and you are travelling by train from the Praha hlavní nádraží, don’t skip a visit the historical part of the station! Because most of the taxis and public transport (including the metro) have a direct connection with the extended new part of the station, many visitors miss out incredible Art Nouveau architecture of the old part of the structure. The Art Nouveau entrance dates b...
Czech Cuisine is very tasty! As a first timer, I wanted to try as much as possible and I did my best to taste a new dish every time I was eating out. You will find below some of my favourite dishes I tasted in Prague and where you can have them! First, my favourite dessert was the Trdelníkor Trdlo. I know there is a great debate about this sweet ro...
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It is home to a wide range of public and private schools, including Charles University in Prague, the oldest university in Central Europe. Prague is classified as an "Alpha-" global city according to GaWC studies. [12]
Dec 3, 2022 · TRAVEL. A guide to Prague, Czech Republic's evolving capital. Famed for its historic beauty, the Czech capital rewards travellers who look beyond its golden-stoned Old Town — dig deeper and...
Study at Charles University in Prague. Applications are still open for some English-taught study programmes for the academic year starting in 2024!
Prague, Pilsen, Hradec Králové and Poděbrady each have something unique to offer: historical sights, cultural events, parks, work and sports opportunities, and much more. Charles in numbers. 3 cities. one of the. top 100 universities in Europe. in the top 2 % more than 800. 17 faculties. 20 % 45,456 students. 130 countries. students from.
1. Prestigious Universities and Academic Excellence. Prague has a long history of intellectual success, including some of Europe’s oldest and most prominent universities. Among them is Charles University, founded in 1348 and one of the continent’s oldest universities.
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