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6,2 km
2h30
33 audios
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In the heart of Europe lies Prague, a city where the past and present dance together in perfect harmony. This is how, Prague—a UNESCO listed city since 1992—sparks the curiosity of each visitor in just one sentence. A city that has gone through both glorious eras and tragic chapters, it stands as a life-size history class. This class will cover Prague’s medieval remains, eagerness during the Czech Renaissance, imperial influences and finally the Jews’ intimate connection to their district. No fragment of Prague’s heritage is left behind! Behind each stone, street, and monument hides the origins of the city itself. If you think you already know Prague, wait until you see what we have in store for you. Just see it like this: if the Czech Republic was a treasure chest, Prague would be its finest jewel.
Behind each statue hides a story, and this one will most definitely catch your attention. If, during your visit, you haven’t yet encountered or heard of Franz Kafka, then that’s about to change. At the top of this statue stands the world-renowned writer, standing 3.75 meters high. Read more
Many people cannot choose between enchanting or intimidating when it comes to this building. We won’t take any side, except showing you that the Church of Our Lady before Týn fully deserves its place on our itinerary. Replacing a 4th-century Romanesque church, it was built in four phases between 1380 and 1511. Read more
On an aesthetic level, there’s little room for complaints when seeing this gorgeous masterpiece. It stands on what used to be the former imperial palace, home to Bohemian sovereigns for over a century, and to which only the Powder Tower is left of it. Here, the Municipal House immerses visitors into a parallel artistic universe. Read more
Dark, austere, and intimidating, the Powder Tower does not attract as many tourists as its flamboyant neighbour, the Municipal House. Aesthetically, a stark contrast separates the two, yet historically, they stand as equals. In the 14th century, as Prague flourished in trade and craftsmanship, King Charles IV dreamed big for the future of his city. Read more
You are now standing at the foot of the tallest independent bell tower in Prague, with 65.7 meters high. Built in the 15th century, Henry’s Tower (Jindřišská věž) originally served as a watchtower, then as a bell tower for St. Henry’s Church, hence its name. Read more
Located outside the Jewish ghetto where all other Jewish structures are concentrated, the Jerusalem Synagogue—or the Jubilee Synagogue—is the only Jewish place of worship still in activity in Prague. Hidden in the middle of a street, it still easily catches your attention. Read more
Welcome to the Prague State Opera. A magnificent Neo-classical building, home to one of Europe's most important and renowned opera venues. Until the early 1900s, right before Czechoslovakia was formed, musical culture was a source of competition between the Czech people and Prague's German community. Read more
Before starting, I challenge you to take a full photo of this building! You’ll see, it’s not easy! Spanning over 13,600m², so more than a rugby field, this giant is the National Museum of Prague. A symbol of the Czech cultural revival. Along with the State Opera, it dominates Wenceslas Square since 1890. Read more
At first glance, it may seem like just any other boulevard. But don’t judge too quickly! 750 meters long and 60 meters wide, this historic square is the true center of Prague’s New Town, a place where many important events in Czech history happened. When Emperor Charles IV delimited its layout in 1348, the site was enclosed by two large gates, both gone since then. Read more
In case you don’t know where to sleep tonight, this is a legendary address in Prague. Located on the city's main road, Hotel Evropa is still as great and radiant as during its early days. Built in 1905, it quickly became a meeting place for the elite, both from Czech society and Europe. Read more
Admit it—if it wasn’t for us guiding you, you would never have thought to wander into this hidden passage. That’s why we’re here! Welcome to Kino Lucerna, the oldest operating cinema in Bohemia. Inaugurated in 1909, it was the first to screen silent and talking films in the country—which shows how important it is in Prague’s history! Read more
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