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| Prague Travel Guide: diy travel guide
| | Written by diy Editorial Team on 07 Mar 2006
| Prague attractions | | | The Charles Bridge, the most famous of the 14 bridges crossing the Vltava River, is an alleyway of statues depicting saints and scenes from the bible. The head of the bridge offers one of the most photographed and breathtaking views of the castle. The Old Town Square is a must on any itinerary and while you are there, don’t forget the Astronomical Clock. See also: Wenceslas Square, scene of the Velvet Revolution, St Vitus Cathedral, Prague Castle and Petrin Hill, perfect for romantic walks and views of the city. |
Prague History and Culture | | A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most beautiful cities, Prague has emerged unscathed from both the Second World War and over 40 years of communism to become one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations.
Prague is stretched over seven hills and bisected by the River Vltava. Prague castle, the largest inhabited fortress in the world, was built on the highest point in the city and houses Prague’s most recognised monument, Saint Vitus Cathedral. Saint Vitus took almost 600 years to build and is the spiritual symbol of the Czech state.
Beneath the castle, Prague city centre is a warren of old passages and cobbled streets laid out under a veritable canopy of domes and spires. Architecturally, the city is a mix of Gothic, Baroque, Renaissance, Romanesque and classical styles.
Prague is a young city with a buzzing social life; Czech’s allegedly drink more beer per capita than any other nation and this could be down to the fact that local brews are so good. Unusually, bars in Prague often specialise in an individual beer and thus visitors are advised to check signs outside to see what a bar is serving. |
Getting around Prague | | The centre of Prague splits into 5 districts, Hradĉany, (the castle district); Malá Strana; Staré Męsto, ( Old Town); Josefov, (the old Jewish ghetto); and Nové Męsto. These are best explored on foot, but the city is served by metro, tram, bus and even a funicular. |
When to visit Prague | | Prague is a year round destination. Peak tourist season is around the summer months as well as the Christmas and Easter breaks. Be warned though that a number of attractions are closed in the off season. Winters here are as beautiful as they are cold and walking Wenceslas Square with snow under foot is a truly magical experience. |
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