The City of a
Thousand Spires has seen it all. Centuries of Bohemian kings, classical
composers, invading Nazis, Soviet tanks and Velvet Revolutionaries have passed
over Prague's cobblestones, and the spires survived it all, creating one of
Europe's most romantic and beautiful skylines. Stroll the Charles Bridge
at dusk or row a boat down the Vltava River to discover what makes this
Baroque jewel so alluring.
Things to Do
Baroque
churches, a royal palace, flagstone courtyards and bejeweled reliquaries
comprise Prague Castle, a
complex of buildings perched regally on a hilltop above Prague. Visitors
routinely spend an entire day exploring this centerpiece of the city that also
boasts one of the finest views of the Charles Bridge and the City of a Thousand Spires. Get lost in
a labyrinth of picturesque, medieval, cobbled streets in the Old City, or avoid the crowds and
see the city via rowboat down the lazy Vltava
River.
Prague's most intriguing aspects are
its architecture and atmosphere, best enjoyed while slowly wandering through
the city's heart. If you have the time and energy, go to Charles Bridge at
sunrise and then at sunset to view the grand architecture of Prague Castle
and the Old Town skyline. You'll see two completely different cities.
Old Town skyline
Then stroll across Charles Bridge, on
the way to the winding alleys of Old Town (Staré Mesto). You can happily get
lost finding Old Town Square (Staromestské nám.), stopping at private galleries
and cafes along the way. From Old Town Square, take Celetná street to Ovocný
trh, and you'll reach Mozart's Prague venue, the Estates' Theater. Dinner and
your evening entertainment are all probably within a 10-minute walk from
anywhere in this area.
Charles Bridge
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