Prague - City Attractions

May 1
07:59

2010

Mimi Rippy

Mimi Rippy

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Often called the City of a Thousand Spires, Prague is swiftly becoming a tourist hotspot with people coming in from all over the world to see its brid...

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Often called the City of a Thousand Spires,Prague - City Attractions Articles Prague is swiftly becoming a tourist hotspot with people coming in from all over the world to see its bridges, shop, and experience its sought-after nightlife. Here’s a handy guide to the must-see spots in the crown jewel of Bohemia.Charles Bridge – Commissioned in 1375, this is Prague’s most acclaimed bridge. With 16 arches and 30 statues of religious figures, the bridge has become an world symbol of Baroque architecture. Each afternoon, painters and hot-dog vendors crowd the cobblestones. Hit the bridge at dawn for a truly unique view of the Vltava River.Museum of Communism – Learn about when the city was under communist rule and how the country escaped it. Photos and videos at the Museum illustrate the war that the Czechs endured, but finishes on a positive note with the peaceful Velvet Revolution that brought them out.PragueCastle – The city claims fame to the world’s biggest ancient castle that has undergone over 13 centuries of building and renovation. See the cathedrals, gardens, and royal residences. This is also where the very regal tomb of St. John of Nepomuk is housed. Old Town Square – A definite tourist hostpot, Prague’s Old Town has retained its architectural beauty since the 10th century.  A great place to eat and shop, marvel at the street performers and definitely a part of Pragueyou cannot miss.

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