Going to Prague, I want to go everywhere - walk through all the streets, bridges, cathedrals and squares, I want to feel this city, breathe its air. To carry out the plan, you need to stay here for at least a month. But what if you don’t have so much time and only have a week to see all the sights? Consider 10 places, visiting which, you can safely say: "I saw Prague!".

1. Prague Castle

Prague Castle is rightfully considered the heart of Prague, being at the same time the largest castle in Europe. And this is natural, because the architectural ensemble of Prague Castle is visible from almost anywhere in the city, and from its observation deck offers a picturesque view of the Vltava River and the panorama of the city. The territory of Prague Castle consists of several courtyards, in which there are such attractions as: Loretta, the Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral, the famous Zlata Lane, the Old Royal Palace, the Church of St. George, in addition, the Royal Garden is located nearby with summer palace Queen Anne. The architectural styles of the local buildings range from Gothic to Romanesque.

2. Charles Bridge

Charles Bridge connects two districts of Prague - Mala Strana and Stare Mesto, where the main sights of the city are located. On both sides of the bridge there are bridge towers, called Staromestska and Malostranski, respectively, and on both sides there are 34 powerful sculptures, each of which is connected with the history of Prague and the country as a whole. Especially popular with tourists is the statue of John of Nepomuk, which, according to numerous legends, helps to fulfill oneself cherished desire. Now the Charles Bridge is a pedestrian zone, it sells souvenirs, local artists sell their works and make portraits to everyone. Here you can also meet street musicians, mini-orchestras and animal trainers with their wards.

3. Old Town Square

The Old Town Square is the center of the Old Town (Old Town) and one of the most visited squares in the city. The fact is that there are many sights on it, such as the Church of the Virgin Mary in front of Tyn, the monument to Jan Hus, the Municipality building, the house at the Stone Bell, the Goltz-Kinsky Palace, the Old Town Hall with the famous Astronomical Clock (their second name is "Eagle" , which in translation means - chimes). Every hour, crowds of city residents and tourists gather on the square in front of this clock (both organized groups and independent travelers) to watch a little puppet show. Besides, in holidays(Christmas, Easter, etc.) there are fairs on the Old Town Square. You can relax and have a bite to eat from the road in cozy cafes located along the perimeter of the square.

4. Wenceslas Square

Wenceslas Square is one of the main squares of Prague and is its cultural and business center. The square is named after the patron saint of Bohemia, St. Wenceslas, whose monument is erected here. Next to the monument is the Czech National Museum. Now on Wenceslas Square there are many shops, cafes, hotels, offices, exchange offices and fast food establishments. In addition, most of the excursion groups going on their next trip gather near the monument to Wenceslas. The square also has one more purpose - it is something like a "zero kilometer" and all distances in Prague are measured from it.

There is an unusual attraction in Mala Strana - the narrowest street in Prague, it is located at the intersection of Cihelna and U luzickeho seminare streets, the width is from 60 cm at the narrowest part to 1.5 m at the widest. Traffic lights are installed on both sides of the street so that pedestrians at one end of it know whether the passage is free or not, that is, when a pedestrian enters the street from one side, a red light lights up on the other side, which means you need to wait until a person passes. However, in fact, this is not a street, but a passage between houses leading to the Chertovka restaurant and the Vltava embankment. It's just that the owners of the restaurant came up with a theme about the "narrowest street" in order to attract attention, but the fact remains that this passage has become a landmark and not everyone who has seen it knows the real state of affairs.

6. Troja Castle and Prague Zoo

The Prague Zoo is one of the largest in Europe and the most important in the Czech Republic. It is advisable to devote a whole day to visiting the zoo, since its territory is simply huge. In addition, according to the concept of the zoo, they try to keep animals in conditions as close as possible to their native habitats. Therefore, waterfalls are equipped here in places, the flora changes from one enclosure to another, and the terrain itself changes from flat to rocky. You can also see here very rare animals from different parts of the world, such as Steller's sea eagles, Amur tigers.

Troy Castle, one of the first summer country palaces, is located next to the zoo. Several peoples worked on the creation of this beautiful castle, leaving here a piece of their culture and their craftsmanship. So, the Dutch and Italians worked on frescoes - blendes in the inner part of the palace, and the Germans, the Herman brothers, made stucco decorations on the stairs. Currently, a wine museum is open in the palace and paintings by Czech artists of the 19th century are exhibited.

7. Visegrad

Vysehrad is a fortress towering on a rocky shore above the Vltava. According to the chronicles, it was here that Princess Libuše founded a city called Prague. The excavations that were carried out on the territory of Vysehrad confirmed that it arose earlier than the Prague Castle and was the residence of the first kings of the Czech Republic. Now there are many sights here, the age of which dates back to the XI-XVIII centuries, such as: the Vyshegrad garden, the Church of Saints Peter and Paul, the Vyshegrad cemetery, the rotunda of St. Martin, the Basilica of St. Lawrence. In addition, it is worth visiting the museum located here with a permanent exhibition "Vysehrad Fortress in the history of Prague fortifications", which presents not only archaeological finds, but also items that belonged to people whose activities were connected with the history of Vysehrad. An important exhibit of the museum is a sarcophagus found during excavations near the Church of Saints Peter and Paul.

8. "Singing fountains" in the exhibition center

One of the most interesting attractions in Prague are the singing fountains of Krzyzhik, which are a complex of illuminated fountains accompanied by music, the repertoire of which varies from classical to modern. Fountains are located on the territory of the exhibition center used for various events. 3-4 performances lasting 30-40 minutes are given per day. The variety of colors of illumination, the height of water jets and music allows you to forget about reality and immerse yourself in the world of beauty. Sometimes a ballet troupe participates in the performance or excerpts from films are shown on a huge screen created from water jets. Visiting the singing fountains is one of the ways to spend a romantic warm evening in Prague.

9. Petrin

Near the Prague Castle is located, though low, but famous mountain Petrin. Once upon a time there were vineyards and quarries (most of the materials from which the sights of Prague are made were mined on this hill). Now there are no vineyards anymore, and some quarries are partially preserved, but they are almost invisible among the beautiful gardens and sights erected here, such as: a mirror labyrinth, a lookout tower, Calvary Chapel, an observatory, St. Lawrence Church. You can climb the hill on foot along winding paths, however, it is better to use the funicular for this. A walk along the Petřín Hill will help you to take a break from the bustle of the city and crowds of tourists. It is good to be here and breathe fresh air, enjoying the opening views of Prague.

10. Vltava embankment and boat trip along the river

The most important attraction of the city is its water artery - the Vltava River. Walking along its embankment, you can enjoy the architectural sights of Prague, because they look completely different against the background of the water. You can also visit several boats, converted into restaurants and standing here, at the pier, and drink real Czech beer there, admiring the beauties of the city. Very interesting trips along the river are organized by various shipping companies, offering tourists a two-hour boat trip, during which Becherovka tasting and a delicious lunch are offered. On one of these walks you will see most of the city, swim through the numerous rapids of this beautiful river.

Prague, amazing beauty a city that so harmoniously combines several eras and architectural styles, old and new, where monumental buildings, temples and palaces intersect with colorful low-rise buildings, creating a very different, but undeniably stunning experience.

The main part of the sights of Prague is located in the historical center, the old part of the city. It is this part of the city that is riddled with secrets and mysteries. It is here that the most striking architectural structures that have absorbed history and different destinies are located.

You can walk in this part of Prague indefinitely, constantly discovering something new and unknown.

There are many temples, squares, palaces and cathedrals in the old center of Prague. Here everyone will find something to see and where to go. As well as everyone will discover their favorite places and sights, which, of course, will differ from the list of main attractions that are listed in most guidebooks.

So Prague did not bypass us and left an indelible imprint.

In this article, we will talk about the most, in our opinion, interesting sights of the city, which made the most positive impression on us, and which we still, almost a year after we visited Prague, remember with awe and love.

So,

Sights of Prague

Old Town Square

The Old Town Square is undoubtedly one of the main, most beautiful and fabulous squares in Prague.

It was this square that absorbed all possible eras and generations. In addition, the square is perhaps the largest and most visited in Old Prague.

Life is constantly in full swing on the square, people walk locals and tourists, concerts and performances are held, and street performers amuse even people with their amusements, naturally, counting on a modest reward as a token of gratitude. There are also many souvenir shops and a variety of street food.

A large part of the most famous sights of Prague is concentrated on the Old Town Square, of which:

1. Old Town/City Hall. It is on this town hall, the clock tower, that one of the most famous clocks in the world, the Orloj astronomical clock, is located. The Old Town Hall, together with the Orloj clock, is not only the main attraction of the square, but of the whole of Prague, if not the Czech Republic.

2. The main dominant of the square - Tyn Temple. Two asymmetrical towers of the temple, which became such after a strong fire, are one of the main symbols of Prague. It is these two towers, as often as the Orloj clock, that can be seen on many postcards and magnets sold in the Czech Republic as souvenirs.

3. Palace of Kinsky, is one of the most memorable buildings on the square

4. Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, one of the most famous Prague churches. The main values ​​and dominants of the temple are: the dome of the temple with a diameter of 20 meters and an internal height of 49 meters and a unique crystal chandelier in the form of an imperial crown that adorns the vault of the interior.

5. And the center of the square decorates bronze monument in Art Nouveau style, dedicated to the national hero of the Czech Republic Jan Hus.

In addition to the mass of the main city attractions, the Old Town Square is surrounded by city houses with facades one more beautiful than others, intertwining several architectural styles.

Clementinum

Clementinum is a large complex of baroque buildings, most of which were built by the order of Jesuit monks who had the Dominican monastic order located in this complex.

Clementinum, like the Old Town Square, has incorporated several fundamental sights, for which hundreds of thousands of tourists from all over the world flock to its walls every year:

1. One of the most beautiful buildings Clementinum - Jesuit Church of the Savior- the church of St. Salvator, with a facade overlooking the square near the Charles Bridge.

2. One of the most beautiful libraries in the world - baroque library hall / clementinum library, which is part of the National Library. We have all repeatedly admired the photos of this particular library on social networks.

3. Observation deck of the Clementinum Astronomical Tower. The views of Prague from a bird's eye view are simply magical, red tiled roofs everywhere and narrow streets of old Prague.

The Charles Bridge

Charles Bridge, a giant pride, one of the symbols of the city and the most visited attraction in Prague. Two sides of the bridge are decorated with high towers, and the bridge itself is decorated with sculptures and compositions of statues of saints.

On the bridge, street musicians entertain honest people, hoping, of course, for a good reward. And from morning to evening there is a lively trade from tents with various souvenirs.

Charles Bridge hides a lot of mysteries and magic. Magic, in the truest sense of the word. The fact is that the bridge has a very clean energy, and there are several places on the bridge where you can make the most secret desires. They say that it is the positive energy of the bridge that contributes to the speedy implementation of the plan.

Devil

Devil! Amazing and mysterious name of the narrowest street in Prague.

This street is famous for the fact that it is almost impossible for two people, even thin ones, to part ways on it. For the convenience of passers-by, so that there is no embarrassment and two pedestrians do not collide head-on, a traffic light is installed on the street. On both sides of the traffic light has buttons, you approach, press, green lights up, and on the opposite side a red signal lights up.

And why is this cute little street called Chertovka, and why is it so narrow... interesting questions! We talked about these secrets of the street in detail in the article.

Prague Castle

Prague Castle is the pearl of Prague in the truest sense of the word. Any tourist who comes to Prague will not bypass and look into the Prague Castle. A must for any tourist excursions and trips, and it's not in vain.

Currently Prague Castle is one of the largest castle complexes in the world. For centuries, Prague Castle has been the residence of Czech kings and later presidents. The total area of ​​the complex is 45 hectares, which housed towers, picturesque narrow streets and gardens, as well as palace, office, fortification and religious buildings, most of which currently house various museums and expositions.

Like most of the monumental sights of Prague, Prague Castle includes a whole range of attractions:

1. The dominant feature of Prague Castle is the famous and majestic Cathedral of St. Vitus, Wenceslas and Vojtech. It is St. Vitus Cathedral that is clearly visible from almost all points of the historical center of Prague.

2. Yirzhskaya Square located in Prague Castle, behind St. Vitus Cathedral. The main buildings of the square are the St. Basilica and St. George's Monastery.

3. golden street or as it is also called Golden Lane. This small street with a collection of tiny colored houses has a fabulous look.

4. Bronze statue of a naked youth. The monument is always crowded, and its dignity is rubbed to a shine, because every self-respecting tourist considers it his duty to take a picture with a naked young man, while touching his causal place.

Petrin Hill and Petrin Lookout Tower

Petrin Hill or Petrin Hill is located in the very center of Prague on the left bank of the Vltava River and is not only the highest hill of the Czech capital, but also one of the main attractions of Prague.

The main attractions of the hill are its famous green gardens And Petrin Tower, which is a reduced copy eiffel tower.

At the very top of the tower is observation deck, which offers a beautiful panorama of almost the whole of Prague.

And at the bottom of the hill, the first thing that meets you is monument to the victims of the communist regime. The memorial is a series of statues descending from steps dedicated to the memory of the victims of communist rule between 1948 and 1989. It must be admitted that this monument makes an indelible impression.

Wenceslas Square

Wenceslas Square is the largest and famous square not only the Czech capital, but also one of the largest squares in the world.

The whole charm of the square is that it does not look like a square, in the usual sense of the word, it rather resembles a boulevard, in the center of which there is a walking area, and on both sides there are roadways and sidewalks.

The main decorations of Wenceslas Square are monument Prince of Czech, heavenly patron of the country - Saint Wenceslas and a monumental building flaunting behind it National Museum of Prague. These two attractions are located on a hill, so they create a truly amazing sight.

Republic Square

Republic Square, another historical square Prague, which is always crowded. This square is attractive in that it is located, as it were, on the border of the Old and New Towns and embodies the unity of old and modern Prague.

It is from here that most Prague guides advise you to start exploring the Czech capital and the Old Town.

On Republic Square you can see two dominants, which are among the most beautiful buildings in Prague, this is the pearl of Prague architecture - Public (Municipal) house And old Powder Tower, from which the historical district of Prague, Stare Mesto, originates.

Embankments of Prague

There are quite a few embankments in Prague, because the Vltava River flows in the middle of the city, along the banks of which the main life of the city is concentrated.

However, among all the embankments of the city, there are two most picturesque Prague embankments, they are also one of the brightest streets in Prague - these are the Masaryk or Masaryk and Rashinov embankments.

Embankments, first of all, are attractive for their architectural masterpieces in the Art Nouveau style, where one building is more beautiful than another.

On the embankment of Masaryk, the majestic National Prague Theater, which is the main theater not only in Prague, but throughout the Czech Republic.

dancing House

Another pride of Prague, located on the aforementioned Raszynovai embankment, is a modern building of an interesting architectural style - the Dancing House, which at one time caused a wide resonance among the masses of the local population.

The Prague Dancing House is also called the crooked house or the drunken house, and the locals first jokingly called it the dancing couple "Ginger and Fred", and after that the name stuck and began to be used everywhere.

There is nothing unique or special about this house. An interesting solution, a voluminous building of curved lines, rather dusty and faded in appearance, standing at the intersection of streets, among the usual Prague architecture. Unless, but how many such interesting buildings are there in the world and how often can one see such architectural lines?

Head of Kafka

Sculpture in the form of a huge head sticking out of the ground.

The whole essence and spectacle of the head lies in the fact that it is divided into separate plates-disks moving independently of each other, that is, randomly, around their own axis. After a transformation and a few rotations, the sculpture discs return to their original position and form the familiar image of Franz Kafka in three-dimensional space.

It seems nothing special, the head itself and the head. But its huge size and chaotic rotation of parts look cool. This is perhaps one of the most interesting monuments in the center of Prague.

street food

Naturally, Prague's street food is not a tourist attraction. However, the peculiarity of Prague, but such that it is time to raise it to the rank of attractions.

What kind of street food is not here: sweets, meat, pastries, side dishes, and of course beer. And most importantly, all this is insanely delicious, deliciously delicious. We especially liked the huge shank marinated in beer and roasted on a spit over coals and sweet hot trdeliki. And what smell is spread from all this variety of food, a breathtaking, even well-fed person is unlikely to be able to resist, we definitely could not))

Or maybe you have your favorite places in Prague? Maybe it's some secluded street or an old unsightly building, or maybe a little-known pavement or a small cathedral... Tell us about your favorite places in Prague that have become its main attractions for you personally or played a significant role in your destiny... maybe it happened there your most intimate meeting, it was there that you made a fateful decision or just about that place that, for reasons that are incomprehensible, even for yourself, sunk into your soul so strongly and for a long time!

Or maybe everything is completely fabulous and mysterious for you, and for you the best “attraction” of Prague is some dish or drink, or maybe a smell or a person!

Let's move away from the usual concepts and stereotypes together with you and plunge into the fabulous world of Prague. After all, the city deserves it, right?!

Can be very beneficial

So, you are in Prague. Like all tourists, they saw the astronomical clock, Prague Castle, a whole bunch of cathedrals and everything else from the "List of places to visit" listed in the guide to the Czech capital. You even bought a fridge magnet with Czech Orloj. But that's not all Prague has to offer, is it? There must be more to Europe's weird capital. And of course there is! Here are the top 10 things to do in Prague besides visiting the standard attractions.

1. Tour to the nuclear bunker

If you can only do one thing in Prague, do this! Maybe you don't like organized excursions, but it is impossible to visit the nuclear bunker on your own. So you have to pay for the tour. Believe me, you won't regret it! Perhaps visiting this museum will be the most memorable part of your trip.

The former Soviet bunker, created during the Cold War, is located at a depth of 5 floors underground. It is crammed with relevant paraphernalia, including gas masks, medical kits and uniforms. The atmosphere of violence and general paranoia is recreated so vividly that goosebumps begin to run through the body.

Having digested the available information, you can fool around a little, trying on gas masks and taking pictures with weapons. If after that the museum does not bother you worse than bitter radish, you can return there later to drink a couple of glasses. In the evening, the bunker turns into night club and it's a pretty funny place.

2. Hot chocolate in Kafíčko

Imagine a piece of melted, smooth, thick dark chocolate. Multiply your feelings by 100 and you will get an initial idea of ​​what hot chocolate tastes like at Kafíčko. It is so thick that they do not drink it, but eat it with a spoon. The cafe itself is located on a quiet street near the Kafka Museum. Here you will be served not only the best hot chocolate in the world, but also great coffee, mulled wine, honey cake and a dozen other desserts.

3. Letensky gardens

There have been many panoramic shots of Paris from the Eiffel Tower and Dubai from the Burj Khalifa skyscraper. Given the average tourist's obsession with panoramic views, it's surprising that Letenské sady is rarely mentioned in Prague guidebooks.

Letensky (Air) gardens are built on a hill, and the climb there will take some time. The park is magnificent at any time of the year. In summer you can sit in the beer garden, in autumn you can trample on fallen leaves, and in winter you can throw snowballs at your friends. But what makes it truly special is the stunning view of the Vltava River and city bridges from here. If you are fond of photography, then this is the first place in the Czech capital that you should visit. Come before sunset, find the perfect spot to see all of Prague and wait for the sun to go down to experience the magic...

In the Air Gardens, you can also see the huge Metronome, the Brussels and Ganava pavilions and ride the oldest carousel in Europe, saddling a wooden horse covered with the skin of real animals.

4. Shoe monument

Yes, you read correctly. In Prague there is a monument to old shoes. More interestingly, it replaced the largest statue of Stalin in the world, which stood here from 1955 to 1962. This manifestation of a peculiar subculture even has its own name - shufi ("shoe graffiti", from shoes + graffiti). It all started with skateboarders who fell in love with riding in these places. It was they who came up with the idea of ​​​​throwing their used shoes on the wires.
Today over Czech capital next to the Metronome, hundreds of old sneakers, boots, sneakers, boots and ski boots sway. What is it - fun entertainment or a protest against hegemony? Who knows... They say that in this way the Czech youth invites us to part with our past with a laugh.

As you already understood, the same Letensky Gardens serve as the home for this treasure - the monument is located at the top of the stairs leading to the park.

5. Lennon Wall

If you're a Beatles fan, it's worth traversing the labyrinth of cobbled streets to reach the graffiti-covered wall dedicated to John Lennon. However, it is not all about music. In the past, it was a protest symbol of Czech youth against the communist regime of Gustav Husak, who, among other things, banned pop music. It is difficult to find political slogans in graffiti weaves, but this makes the inspection even more interesting.

6. Pork in the Old Town Square

Well, what is a trip without a drop of street food? We recommend trying roast pork from one of the vendors in the Old Town Square. Czech cuisine is traditionally famous for pork and beef, and they no doubt know how to cook the meat deliciously. It is inexpensive and invigorating, so you will definitely come back here again.

7. Trdelnik

Don't stop there! After pork, you need to eat dessert. Of course you will.

We suggest switching to waffles and choosing a barely pronounced trdelník from the vendors on the Old Town or Wenceslas Square. Trdelnik is a traditional Czech pastry freshly grilled from dough and topped with sugar and ground walnuts. Crispy twisted buns literally melt in your mouth. If you are not very hungry or are traveling with a small child, you can even play with the trdelnik by gradually unwinding it.

8. Sculptures by David Czerny

David Czerny is a contemporary Czech sculptor notorious for his provocative work. His unusual sculptures may not be as elaborate, but they certainly make an impression.
Three most popular creations:

• Two male figures urinating into a tub shaped like a card Czech Republic, at the Franz Kafka Museum.
• Three giant babies guarding the entrance to the Kampa Museum.
• 10 huge and sinister babies crawling up the Zizkov TV tower.

9. Dancing house

The building "Ginger and Fred", or the Dancing House, as you know, is an excellent example of the architectural style, which we usually call deconstructivism. It is of great importance because it was built on the site of a residential building destroyed during the American bombing in 1945. It was decided to revive the building at the request of President Vaclav Havel, whose family lived in a neighboring house. The project was developed by three architects - from Serbia, Canada and the Czech Republic. They turned out to be a kind of monument to dance. The fact is that the inspiration for the architects was the legendary Hollywood duo of tap dancers - Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. The inhabitants of the city were outraged by such an extravagant project, but the building, built in the 90s of the last century, instantly became a true gem of the Czech capital.

10. Eat at Ferdinand's

If you're wondering where to eat in Prague, head to Ferdinand in Mala Strana. Try their beer and Czech goulash - essentially a beef stew cooked with paprika and served with bread dumplings. The goulash is soft and flavorful, and the dumplings are as fluffy as can be. In addition, the pub has an amazing atmosphere that preserves the real Prague spirit. Please note that "Ferdinand" is located at: Karmelitska, 18 - and do not confuse it with the eatery of the same name on Opletalova Street (pictured above), otherwise you will be disappointed.

If you are planning a trip to Prague for the first time, start your acquaintance with the capital of the Czech Republic from these places. "Must see" for foreign travelers - 10 must-see places in Prague!

The many-sided and original Prague! Prague means "Threshold". Everything here breathes this facet of the Slavic East and West, ancient and modern, European elegance and Slavic simplicity. The centuries are intertwined in a bizarre pattern, giving the eye pictures of dazzling beauty ...

Prague is often called a magical city that enchants everyone who visits it. And you really begin to understand this only when you are in Prague. There is something bewitching in St. Vitus Cathedral hovering over the city in a light haze, and in sleeping swans and ducks on the rapids of the Vltava, and in seagulls screaming over the river, which grab bread directly from the hands of tourists on the Charles Bridge, and in the Slavia coffee shop, where absinthe is still added to coffee. And, undoubtedly, in each of the 10 attractions listed below, you will feel the magical power of Prague.

1. ZLATA STREET Zlatá ulička

According to legend, warlocks, alchemists and other "intellectuals" of that time lived in this area of ​​​​Prague Castle during the Middle Ages. The architecture of these places - tiny two-story houses in which only dwarf sorcerers could really live - confirms this version. However, these speculations have nothing to do with reality. The street was originally calledZlatnitskaya(i.e , jewelry), and minters of gold coins for the royal treasury lived here. It is worth noting that money is still being forged here: the street has been turned into a souvenir shop. You can get here during the day, paying 40 crowns for a ticket.

The address:Czech Republic, Prague, Prazsky Hrad Price: $ 2.5

2. CHARLES BRIDGE Karlův most

In Prague, all tourists visit one of the main historical and architectural sights of the city- The Charles Bridge . This visiting card of Prague. The bridge across the Vltava, connecting the areas of Mala Strana and Stare Mesto, is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. Charles Bridge is one of the most ancient and "mystical" bridges in the Czech Republic.

On the advice of the court astronomer, King Charles IV laid the foundation stone of the bridge on July 9, 1357 at 5:31 am. In this way, the result is a “magic” number - a palindrome 1-3-5-7-9-7-5-3-1. More than six centuries have passed, but many Praguers and travelers still sincerely believe that the wishes they made on the bridge near the statue of John of Nepomuk will come true (the statue can be easily recognized by the star crown). The address: Czech Republic, Prague, Staré Město

3. Havel Market Havelské Tržiště / Havel Market

One of the oldest markets in Prague, which has been operating for seven centuries - since the XIV century. Located on a short Havelska street, in the city center. If earlier meat, vegetables and other provisions were briskly traded in the malls. Now, the classic market goods, which are of little interest to crowds of tourists, are increasingly being replaced by souvenirs, postcards, plates with views of Prague, beer mugs and other interesting little things. The market is working all year round, seven days a week, is transformed and becomes more picturesque before Christmas.

The address: Czech, Prague, Havelska 13/11, Prague 1

4. MUSEUM OF GHOSTS AND LEGENDS OF PRAGUE

An interesting museum dedicated to mystical characters and ghosts in the history of Prague. The first thing that visitors see in the museum is several hefty volumes of legends and tales, which have accumulated over the thousand-year history of Prague. The most interesting characters - headless horsemen, drowned men and ghosts - are collected under the roof of the Ghost Museum. The exposition is housed in a 14th-century house, which “remembers” most of the local “inhabitants” while still alive. Among them are the creators of the Astronomical Clock, who were blinded so that they could not construct a similar mechanism anywhere else, regulars of the pubs, where they voluntarily visited water Kabourek.

This is followed by the underground part of the museum, which is a recreated streets and secluded corners of old Prague with ghosts, ghosts, spirits and other evil spirits living on them. The creators of the museum decided not to frighten visitors with ghosts suddenly jumping out from around the corner, so the museum turned out to be not scary at all (you can safely come with small children).

The address: Czech, Prague , Mostecka 18 Official website

Opening hours: 10.00 -22.00 Price: adult ticket - $6, child ticket - $3

5. COFFEE SHOP SLAVIA Kavarna Slavia

Coffee house Slavia- the oldest cafe in Prague and its pedigree is no worse than that of the famous Schweik beer "At the Chalice". The interior of the cafe is also thoroughbred: heavy marble tables, lacquered furniture, antique exquisite crystal. During the times of Austria-Hungary, all the Prague bohemians gathered in the Slavia cafe. Since then, absolutely nothing has changed here. Even the painting “Absinthe Drinker” with a tipsy bespectacled man in the company of a naked mermaid hangs in the same place as 100 years ago. and quite often.

The address: Czech, Prague , Smetanovo nábřeži 2

Opening hours: 08.00 -23.00

6. OLD TOWN SQUARE St aromĕstské námĕsti

The Old Town Square is the historical center of the Prague Old Town, the most visited by guests of the Czech capital and the most beautiful square Europe. All significant events of the last 500 years took place on the Old Town Square: coronations, mass executions, the announcement of royal decrees. In the XIV century, the city hall was built here and the main chimes of the country were installed.—astronomical clock « Prague Eagle, most a “postcard” temple (Tynsky church) and a symbolic zero kilometer (all excursions around Prague start from here).In terms of the number of pubs in the vicinity and the comfort of the Old Town Square, there is no competition.

The address:Czech Republic, Prague, Staré Město

7. ST. VITOUS CATHEDRAL Katedrála Svaté go Vita, Václava a Vojtĕcha

St. Vitus Cathedral is the most famous church monument in Prague. All Czech rulers were crowned here, and some of them were buried. Prague Temple No. 1 may well compete in terms of deadlines thwarted by the builders to another long-term construction of the Middle Ages - the Milanese Duomo. Prague's St. Vitus Cathedral was built almost 700 years - from 1344. to 1929. At present it is main cathedral Czech Republic and the seat of the Archbishop of Prague. A visit to St. Vitus Cathedral will take at least an hour - Gothic architecture, stained-glass windows and gutters - gargoyles (the same as in Notre Dame in Paris), as well as the royal tomb, where many rulers of Bohemia and the Holy Roman Empire are buried .

The address:Czech Republic, Prague, Prazsky Hrad

8. BEER HOUSE U Medvidku Restaurant

10. BARRANDOV FILM STUDIO Barrandov Studios

Barrandov Studios- one of the oldest film studios in the world. Founded in the early 1930s. The idea to build a “dream factory” near Prague belongs to Vaclav Havel, the father of the first president of the post-communist Czech Republic, also Vaclav Havel (the one who gave the city a “dancing house”). The Czechs built their "Hollywood" with an eye on American Hollywood. They also chose a similar place - the Barrand Rocks in the vicinity of Prague. They were supposed to resemble the famous Hollywood Hills near Los Angeles.

The efforts of the founders were not in vain. Since the mid-1990s, the studio has practically become a Hollywood branch: a third of the highest-grossing films of the past 15 years were filmed in the local pavilions - from "Mission: Impossible" and "Casino Royale" to "Van Helsing" and "The Chronicles of Narnia". The costumes and scenery left over from these blockbusters can be seen by purchasing a 2-3 hour tour at any travel agency in Prague..

The address:Czech Republic, Prague, Krizeneckeho namesti 322

WHERE TO MAKE A WISH IN PRAGUE Friends, when you are in Prague, do not forget to make a wish. There are many such places in Prague and we name the most popular of them:

Charles Bridge (Karlův most) - statue of St. John of Nepomuk . Make a wish and touch the copper images.

Charles Bridge— a grate with the image of John of Nepomuk, indicating the place from where the great martyr was thrown into the Vltava River. Make a wish and touch the bars.

Old Town Square - meridian passing through the center. You need to make a wish and walk along the center of the meridian.

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Prague for walking

Every person who has visited Prague, answering the question of what interesting things can be seen there, will say that you need to walk around Prague, walk and walk again. Most people will name only the names of parts of the city, such as Vysehrad, the old town, Mala Strana, Hradcany, the Jewish Quarter, as must-see places to visit. Some will add to the list by visiting museums, parks, etc. I note that when planning your vacation in the capital of the Czech Republic, you may not expect to go anywhere at all, but at the same time you will return home in a great mood, and maybe with a slight sadness that you had to leave already.

Inspection of many sights from the outside here is no worse than inside visits.

So, I will start my own list of places of interest that I would recommend visiting for future tourists.

Old city

It is simply impossible to go to Prague and not visit the Old Town. After all, this is the heart of the city, its historically oldest part, from which its construction began. by the most tourist place here is considered The Charles Bridge, which not only has been standing for several centuries, but is also " calling card"of the city. It was built over the Vltava River and connects Old city with a small country. The bridge is decorated with sculptures, including the statue of St. John of Nepomuk. There is a belief that if you rub it and make a wish, it will come true. That is why a line of tourists line up near this attraction. Everyone wants to ask the Saint for something of their own.

Old Town Square in the city center is the most old square and the most beautiful. Here, on the building of the town hall, there are world-famous clock who call 12 times a day and show "performance". The performance itself consists in the fact that the doors of the clock open and the figures of the apostles begin to move in a circle, plus the skeleton rings the bell. All this action lasts several tens of seconds. A crowd of tourists gathers for each such performance, some of which can comfortably sit in a street cafe opposite the clock.

Wenceslas Square is a place of youth parties, especially in the evenings. At the beginning of the square is a sculpture of Wenceslas on horseback. And in one of the buildings there is an ironic sculpture of a contemporary figure, on which Wenceslas sits on an upside down horse. The horse itself is attached to the ceiling by its legs.

powder gate- this is another ancient structure that deserves attention, which is now a gathering place for tourist groups.

Jewish Quarter

This place is famous for the fact that earlier there was a Jewish ghetto, surrounded by a stone wall. left the biggest impression old jewish cemetery. The tombstones here are located on a high embankment. For those who do not know yet, I will explain that there is very little space in the cemetery, and burials have been made here for many years, so people had no choice but to make new ones on top of the old graves. Thus, several layers of burials were formed (in some places up to 12), so the cemetery began to "grow up".

Mala country

This part of the city is famous for its greenery. gardens and parks. It is pleasant to take a walk in these places, slowly to consider the beauty of Prague. One place is planted with bushes of flowering roses, others grow fruit trees (for example, we came across a pear grove), in the third one you can meet peacocks walking along the lawns and fish swimming in the fountain. In such places there are many vacationers, not only tourists, but also local residents.

The Czech "Eiffel Tower" is also located in the same area and is called Petrin Tower. If you go upstairs, then unforgettable views of the city come off from the height.
You can climb the stairs, which, although located inside the structure, but, so to speak, is blown with fresh air. From the wind and visitors, the tower "swings" a little, which adds adrenaline.

Hradchany

Rising from the Mala Strana district, you find yourself in the most beautiful corner of Prague (in my opinion) - Hradcany. It is in this place that the most majestic in the city is located. St. Vitus Cathedral. It is impossible to appreciate how beautiful this cathedral is inside and out. It is known that the construction of the cathedral was carried out by several generations of architects who succeeded each other for more than 500 years. Each of them made his contribution to the construction, which is why it cannot be said that all the components of the cathedral are made in the same style. Like Charles Bridge, St. Vitus Cathedral began to be built by order of Charles IV.

The cathedral is located on the territory Prague Castle- residences of kings, and now - the president of the Czech Republic. The coronation of ruling persons was held in this place. Now the attention of tourists, in addition to majestic buildings and artistic values, is attracted by the process of changing the guard.

To describe all the delights of Prague Castle, neither an article nor suitable words is enough. Therefore, I will simply say that it is definitely worth seeing with your own eyes. I will only add that the beauty here can be observed not only during the day, but also when the buildings are illuminated at night.

Visegrad

According to legend, Vysehrad is the fortress from which the construction of Prague began. The main attraction of Visegrad is the Gothic Cathedral of Peter and Paul. The building of the cathedral during its existence was rebuilt several times, and in different architectural styles. On the this moment it embodies the neo-gothic architectural direction.

Right next to the Cathedral is the most famous Czech cemetery where many famous figures of the country are buried. No matter how it sounds, even this cemetery is interesting to "walk". Some of the tombstones here are interesting monuments dedicated to the buried.

Additionally

In order not to end my list with a cemetery, I will also note that obligatory place to visit in Prague is zoo especially if you are traveling with children. After all, it is considered one of the best in Europe. I have not seen other European zoos, but this one definitely impressed me. The vast territory, many exotic animals and birds, excellent conditions for their maintenance and organization of recreation for visitors deserve the attention of both adult tourists and kids.

And, of course, do not pass by the "dancing" house. This building belongs to modern architecture.

I will add that in this article it was possible to accommodate only a "superficial" list of must-see attractions in Prague, which probably does not reflect even half the most beautiful places of this city.

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In some TV show I heard how Prague was compared to a box of chocolates. A little jarred, but there is something in it. Historical and architectural masterpieces of the city, assorted, for every taste.

Prague is one of those few cities that have several symbols. One of them is the Charles Bridge. And it seems not very big (a little more than half a kilometer), and not wide (not even 10 meters), but attracts tourist people. Yes, so that at any time of the day is not empty. Here you can buy wonderful souvenirs, pose for local artists, take pictures against the backdrop of beautiful views.

The most impressive attraction of Prague Castle is a medieval castle, which has no equal in the world. A simple walk along it is a great and long pleasure. The daily changing of the guard is also impressive, especially the 12-hour changing of the guard with music. Tickets: long visit 350 Kč (6-16 years 175 Kč), short visit 250 Kč (6-16 years 125 Kč).

Inside the Castle are tourist bonuses:

St. Vitus Cathedral is a majestic Gothic cathedral, all decorated with gargoyles, with a hundred-meter tower. Inside you feel like a bug. Open 9:00-17:00, in winter until 16:00. Sunday 12:00-16:00. Free admission.

The Art Gallery houses masterpieces by Titian, Veronese and Rubens. Open daily 9:00-18:00, in winter until 16:00. Ticket 150 Kč, family 200 Kč, reduced 80 Kč.

The Toy Museum will be interesting not only for children. Open 9:30-17:30. Ticket 60 Kč, children under 15 free of charge.

The Town Hall on the Old Town Square is another symbol of Prague. Every hour, her chimes gather crowds of tourists for their show. It is better to choose a place in advance, there will be a lot of people. You can climb the town hall tower to admire old Prague from the observation deck. Open 10:00-20:00. Ticket 100 Kč, reduced 50.

The National Museum is the largest museum in Prague. The main building is located on Wenceslas Square. Since July 7, 2011, it has been closed for a four-year renovation. In front of the building stands another symbol of Prague - a monument to St. Wenceslas. Expositions related to the National Museum are exhibited in various buildings of the city. All information is available on the museum's website.

The National Gallery in Prague is an association of the largest galleries in the Czech Republic. The exhibits are displayed in several buildings. The most interesting, in my opinion, is located in the Kinsky Palace, the main exhibition hall of the Gallery. The landscapes of Czech artists of the 17th-20th centuries are remarkable. Worthy of attention is the Sternberg Palace, representing European art from ancient period to baroque.

Vysehrad is an ancient castle and the present district of Prague. Oddly enough, it is also a symbol of Prague. Competes with Prague Castle for the title of the first center of the Czech Republic. Entrance ticket 20 Kč. Open 09:30-17:00 (one hour longer in summer). There are many interesting places on the territory of the castle:

Rotunda of St. Martin (ticket 150 Kč);

Church of the Beheading of John the Baptist, it is also called invisible (ticket 50 Kč, tours on Saturdays 11:00, 14:00, 16:00);

Casemates, with six original statues of Charles Bridge and a magnificent hall (ticket 30 Kč);

Brick gate with an exposition about the creation and development of the Visegrad Castle;

Gothic Underground, with artifacts from 3-4 millennia BC, found on the site of ancient settlements in Vyšehrad (ticket 50 Kč);

The old Burgshire is now a chamber hall. The Sunday Tales staged here are very popular - historical performances with puppets or actors (on Sundays at 15:00, ticket 40 Kč, adult 80 Kč). In the evening, various concerts are given here.

The Tyn Temple, or, as it is correct, the Temple of the Virgin Mary in front of Tyn, rises above the Old Town Square. The majestic medieval building is noticeable from any part of Prague. The temple is active, opening hours vary greatly, you can check on the Temple website.

The Prague Zoo is of interest even to zoo collectors. A large territory, many open and closed pavilions, a variety of animals, including very rare ones. The pavilion "Indonesian jungle" is impressive. Monthly opening hours: XI, XII, I, II 09:00-16:00; III 09:00-17:00; IV, V, IX, X 09:00-18:00; VI, VII, VIII 09:00-19:00. Tickets: adult 200 Kč, children 3-15 150 Kč.

The TV Tower in Zizkov is the tallest building in the Czech Republic. At a height of 66 meters there is a restaurant and a hotel for one room, at around 93 meters there is an observation deck. Tickets: adult 150 Kč, children 3-14 80 Kč.

Of course, it is difficult to even list all the sights of Prague, not to mention what to see. But if you start, then you can get involved.

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Prague is simply oversaturated with interesting places that may be of interest to a modern tourist. These are numerous architectural monuments, from the modern "Dancing House" on the banks of the Vltava to medieval Gothic cathedrals, as if plunging you into troubled times. So let's take it all in order!

1. Museums. Museums in Prague are both public and private. IN state museums entrance varies from 60 to 150 kroons, students and children receive discounts of up to 50 percent. The largest and most popular state museums are the National Museum and the National Gallery in Prague. You can spend a whole day looking at them. Contemporary art museums include the Franz Kafka Museum next to the Charles Bridge, the Kampa Island Museum, the Alphonse Mucha and Salvador Dali Museum. In addition to them, there are private museums with one thematic collection: the museum of sex, the museum of legends and ghosts, the museum of torture devices, the museum of chocolate, communism, the police or the museum of toys. All of them are located in the city center and work all days except Mondays until 17-18. Prague Castle, Vysehrad and Josefov - the Jewish Quarter of Prague can also be attributed to the museum complexes, the cost of the entrance ticket will depend on how many objects you plan to visit at once. But it is worth considering that a complete detour of the sights is time-consuming, so it is worth going there in advance.

2. Gardens and parks. Prague is a rather "green" city, it has a lot of parks where you can take a walk or triple a picnic. But for tourists, gardens and parks are much more interesting, in which there are sculptures, fountains and other cultural features, and there are 4 such places: Vrtbovsky Garden, located next to the Uyezd stop in Prague 1 (entry costs about 60-80 rubles), Wallenstein Garden at the Senate of the City (entrance is free, closes at 6 pm), the Royal Garden, located at the entrance to Prague Castle from the side of the tram line (stop "Krolevskaya Zagrada") and the park on Petřín Hill, which can be reached by funicular. In all these places you can see not only beautiful flowers or hedges, but also summer scenes, summer houses with columns, fountains and works of famous European sculptors.

3. Monuments. In Prague, a sufficient number of not only famous ancient monuments, such as the monument to St. Wenceslas, which rises on a pedestal on Wenceslas Square, but also modern controversial works, such as the sculptures of David the Black or the monument to the victims of communism. In the Old City, you can find the sculpture "Embryo", as if merged with a drainpipe. A little further away, a man hangs from the roof of the house - this is a monument to Sigmund Freud. In the palace "Lucerne" near Wenceslas Square, Vaclav, turned upside down on his faithful horse, is waiting for you, and giant black babies crawl on the TV tower in the Zizkov region.

4. architectural objects. The heart of Prague is the Charles Bridge, which connects the two banks of the Vlatva and is a pedestrian zone from Lesser Town to the Old Town Square. On one side of it is Prague Castle with the tall Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral, which is cathedral Czech Republic and is open to everyone every day, except for the time of worship. On the other hand, the city hall with astronomical clock, from which puppet men leave every hour and show a whole performance.

5. Other. Undoubtedly, the Prague Zoo is worthy of the attention of tourists, which can be reached every 5 minutes by regular bus. A visit costs 250 crowns for adults, but the zoo is so big that you can easily spend the whole day in it.

In the evening, almost every day, from 8 pm to 11 am, the Krizhikov Singing Fountains are open. Usually, the repertoire for a month is posted on the official website, and tickets can be bought at the box office, on the day of the performance, 15 minutes before the start. In addition to singing fountains, you can also see the Pilsen Ballet in the open air.

Of course, this is not all that you can see in Prague, as it is a constantly changing city in which something new appears almost every day.