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Most Popular Attractions (last 7 days)
- 1. Charles Bridge
- 2. Old Town Square
- 3. Old Town Hall
- 4. Prague Castle
- 5. Powder Tower
- 6. Dancing House
- 7. St. Vitus Cathedral
- 8. Old Town Bridge Tower
- 9. Castle Square
- 10. Wenceslas Square
- 11. St. Nicholas Church, Lesser Town
- 12. Golden Lane
- 13. Municipal House
- 14. Wallenstein Palace
- 15. St. Nicholas Church, Old Town
Country :
Czech Republic
Currency :
Czech Koruna (CZK)
Language :
Czech
Population
City: 1 257 158 (2011)
Metro: 2 156 097 (2011)
Metro: 2 156 097 (2011)
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Zone: Central European Time (CET)
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During the Middle Ages, Prague was the most important city in Central Europe. After emperor Charles IV had all the city gates' roofs covered with lead, Prague was dubbed the 'Golden City'. It would remain one of the most influential cities in Europe until the 20th century.Today 'the City of a Hundred Spires' is a magnet for tourists, with numerous magnificent towers, palaces and churches.
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Random Prague Highlights
This magnificent formal garden is divided into several terraces laid out on a sloping terrain. Staircases, decorated with baroque statues, connect the different levels.
Prague Castle is an impressive complex that was built over the space of 10 centuries. The complex contains three courtyards, a cathedral, a chapel, palaces, a convent and several fortification towers.
St. Vitus Cathedral stands within the confines of the Prague Castle and is one of Eastern Europe’s finest examples of Gothic architecture. Inside is the tomb of St. Wenceslaz, the country's patron saint.
Strahov Monastery was built in 1140 on the approach route to the Prague Castle. The monastery is best known for its magnificent library which contains a collection of over 200,000 books.
