If you're flying to Prague, airport transfers booked, you may be wondering what to do next. Why not explore Soviet Communism from a different perspective?
The capital city of the Czech Republic is an unmissable destination in continental Europe. The architectural battle between medieval castles and Communist-era high-rises, interspersed with Baroque cathedrals and neo-Renaissance theatres makes Prague an indispensable destination for history aficionados.
Convenient Prague airport transfers can drop you off at your hotel, from where you can embark on a historical journey of discovery to any of the city's excellent museums.
Post-war Prague: Communism and Its Consequences
One of the best museums in the city, the Museum of Communism, is ironically located next to a casino and above a fast-food chain. It focuses on the totalitarian regime imposed on Czechoslovakia from the February coup of 1948 to the peaceful Velvet Revolution and the regime’s collapse in November 1989.
A fully immersive experience, once in the museum you can wander through a makeshift factory office full of antiquities, and a schoolroom where you can learn about the dogma Czechoslovak children were subject to at the time. All aspects of life are touched upon, from sports to politics to propaganda, focusing on Czechoslovakia but with a particular emphasis on Prague.
Underground Prague: Secret Nuclear Bunkers
Most people don’t have the regrettable history of Soviet domination in mind when they arrive on their Prague airport transfers, and the first instinct may be to explore the cobbled streets of the Old Town. If you are feeling adventurous, however, you can head over to Pod Karlovem Street where, behind the reinforced doors, you will find a fascinating maze of rooms and corridors. A bunker built during the Cold War, it was meant to be a refuge for civilians in case of nuclear attack; nowadays, it houses a unique collection of Cold War items. Gasmasks, uniforms, and photographs are on display and once inside the bunker, you will be able to see the original machines intended for use in case of isolation. To those who have never had to consider life under nuclear threat, the tour is an eye-opener to what life would have been like had the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1961 taken a different path.
Standing Tall: A Memorial to the Fallen
Once you've assimilated the intricacies of the Soviet model of Communism and what it entailed to those living under its rule, there is no better time to visit the Memorial to the Victims of Communism. Located at the base of PetYín Hill in the Lesser Town area, it is a series of statues commemorating the victims of 41 years of Soviet power. Seven bronze statues descend a flight of stairs, looking more and more decayed the further away you stand, in a eulogy to the striking loss of life incurred during this time period.
Fascinating… Take Me There!
When you arrive in Prague, you will probably be very excited to explore its beautiful streets, sample its renowned affordable lager and taste its wonderful food. Especially if you're travelling with children, the last thing you want is to have to figure out the city’s tram and bus system in hopes of not getting lost to your accommodation. Do yourself a favor and book one of the excellent Prague airport transfers on offer, to save you time and trouble, and get you started on your exciting holiday.
Ski Touring Valley Style
Go beyond the slopes on a Chamonix ski touring expedition on this winter’s ski holiday.Keep in Shape While You Travel
Believe it or not, it is possible to return from your travels fitter than when you left and avoid the post-holiday diet. Find out how.Cruise Back in Time into the Heart of Dutch History at Zaanse Schans
European river cruises provide a unique insight into a country: nowhere is this more true than a trip by boat through the ‘living museum’ of Zaanse Schans.