Prague is a beautiful city full of historic squares, museums, traditional churches and impressive buildings, bridges and many other attractions. Here we look at the top 10 attractions in the Czech capital.
List of top 10 things to do in Prague..
The City Hall
The most impressive building of the Art Nouveau style, was built between 1906 and 1912 and is located in the place where it used to be the Royal Palace. It is a popular stop for visitors drawn by the golden ornaments, stained glass, sculptures and frequent exhibitions and concerts organized here. The times remain open for the public are from 7.30 PM.
Square Wenceslas
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It is the bustling center of commerce which really comes alive after dark when its restaurants, cinemas and nightclubs attract crowds of tourists. The most important historical sites are all within walking distance of this point and it is worth exploring the walking step by step. On the north side of the square is the National Museum in Neo-Renaissance style. Another important building is the Palace Coruña which today is used as a commercial center and covered by an impressive glass dome dating from 1911.
Prague Castle
It is the most impressive building in the entire city. It is essentially a cluster of buildings at the top of a large hill on the left bank of the Vltava River. It differs from the classic castles because several parts were built in different styles and expansion became more horizontally than vertically. It includes the royal gardens, the old royal palace, towers and churches. Today there is the official presidential residence.
The astronomical clock
It is one of the oldest and most elaborate clocks ever built because not only shows the time but essentially correlates the movement of the planets around the earth and the movements of the sun and moon. During the day from 9 am to 9 pm clock operates hourly. The figure of Death strikes one bell and the 12 Apostles appear on top. A rooster sounds and the clock means the time. Then comes a Turk who shakes his head in disbelief, a Stingy looking the pouch with the gold, and the vanity he admires herself in a mirror. When the time approaches take place!
Cathedral of St. Vitus
Located in the area of the castle and towers are visible from many parts of the city. Steeples, which is elegant yet imposing building in the French Gothic style, rising above the walls. The entrance to the temple is free and is usually open till 5 pm in the summer and 4 winter.
The Charles bridge
Dating back to the 13th century and is usually crowded by both tourists and Czechs, particularly in spring and summer. It is actually one of the most beautiful bridges in the world. It has 516 meters long and nearly 10 meters wide, is vaulted, and decorated in full length with 30 mostly baroque statues and sculptures, most of which date back to 1700.
The Old Town Square
The square has always been a place full of vitality. Today it is a popular part of town for both Czechs and for visitors. There you will find beautiful cafes, restaurants, galleries and museums. The long history goes back to the 11th century when the square formed the crossroads of several long routes of trade and used it as a place for exchange of products. When you are there you do not know what to protothafmaseis from the many beautiful buildings with colored facades. Ideal place to enjoy a coffee or a meal and feel like turning back time.
The old Jewish quarter
The Jewish Quarter is a small area called Josefov and has taken its name from Joseph Emperor the second of which the reforms did best the Jews living conditions. The Jewish cemetery, the Old-New Synagogue, the Klaouzen Synagogue and the Synagogue Pinky is definitely places to see.
The house that "dancing"
In the Czech language is known as Tancici Dum ( «The House that dances") because it vaguely resembles a pair of dancers. It is a building that stands out, but not in contradiction with the Neo-Baroque, the Neo-Gothic and Art-Nouveau buildings for which Prague is famous. On the rooftop terrace there is a top French restaurant with great views, while among the tenants of the building there are several multinational companies.
The hill of Petrin Prague
Lined with trees and flowers, the hill is ideal for a pleasant walk with views across the city. It has an altitude of 300 meters and connected by cable car for easy access. The Observatory Tower and a well cared garden monopolize the top and down, in about half of the route is the famous Nempozizek restaurant - where you can enjoy a meal with perfect overlooking Prague. Impressive and the room with the mirrors for a new and different perspective of yourself!!
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