Loading ...Hundred-spired Prague, Prague – the mother of cities , the magical city. These are just three titles which the capital of the Czech Republic proudly wears. Since the very beginnings of the Czech state, it has been its natural political, business and cultural centre. This historic yet modern city is more than 1,000 years old. It has an extraordinary charm about it which can be sensed in every season. Its status as a UNESCO World Heritage site speaks for its worth. Is worthwile to rent a car at Praga airport to visit the city and the area.
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Prague Castle holds a number of records. First of all, it is the largest castle in the world, entered in the Guinness Book of Records. It is also the most visited Czech monument among tourists. It is the most important of Czech castles, because from time immemorial it has been the residence of sovereigns, and currently the President. It is also undoubtedly the most beautiful castle in the Czech Republic. Prague Castle is unparalleled in the Czech Republic in all respects and visiting it is a ‘duty’ for all tourists.
Charles Bridge is one of the most beautiful bridges in the world and the oldest bridge in Prague. It is almost 10m wide, 516m long and rests on 16 arches.Towers guard both ends of the bridge – the Old Town Bridge Tower and two Malá Strana Bridge Towers.
The Cathedral SS Vitus, Wenceslas and Adalbert dominates Prague Castle. It is the largest and most important of Prague’s places of worship and a spiritual symbol of the Czech state. The Gothic Cathedral we see today is the third church to be built on the site – the first building to stand here was a Romanesque rotunda, then came a triple-nave basilica, and in 1344 Charles IV ordered work to begin on the construction of a Gothic cathedral.
The Old Town Astronomical Clock dating from the 15th century is one of the most treasured and best-known of Prague’s historical sites. It can be found on the side of the Gothic tower of the Old Town Hall. The Astronomical Clock is a one of the best examples of Czech Gothic technology and a prized work of art.
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In addition to the Old-New Synagogue there are 5 other synagogues in the Jewish Town. Most of them are run by the Jewish Museum.
Petřín Hill is the highest hill in Prague.It is famous for its gardens and orchards and is a popular place among lovers. Rising above Petřín Hill is the Petřín Tower. At the top of Petřín Hill visitors will also find an observatory and the Hall of Mirrors.