Category Archives: Prague

Monument to the effects of Communism

A subway journey and a short walk from our apartment brought us to the most astonishing sight –  a monument to Communism. This was a staircase with a series of bronze statues placed on each step. Each statue down the … Continue reading

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Cartier Store, Prague

We wandered a short distance from the Old Town Square and happened across some swanky stores with amazing frontages. This Cartier store was one. We received some raised eyebrows from the staff as we did the touristy thing of shooting up a … Continue reading

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Prague Metro

The Prague metro is amongst the deepest in Europe. Three lines exist, each with its own distinct architecture and design. The first line was opened in the mid-70’s while the newest arrived in 1985. There are 57 stations and approximately … Continue reading

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Tanecni Konzervator, Prague

Here’s a statue from the facade of the Tanecni Konzervator in Prague. We passed this place often as well on the way into the Old Town district, and one day, decided to stop and admire the place for what it was. … Continue reading

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Saint Nicholas Cathedral, Mala Strana, Prague

Set a ways back from the famous Charles Bridge, this towering cathedral’s completion was delayed 50 years by the Black Death in the 1700’s. We stayed directly opposite on the cathedral’s square and we trekked past it daily. This is just one … Continue reading

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Pilsener Urquell or bust baby!

So, Prague is done. It has passed far too quickly. Simply, it is the most beautiful city I have ever visited. We are both sad to be leaving. We would spend our final day wandering Prague, absorbing as much as … Continue reading

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The aftermath – a New World Symphony

Prague streets are mostly cobble stones, and yesterday’s trudge left our feet in tatters. Today we decided that the same would be a bad idea. We took it easy and wandered down our side of the river, avoiding a crowded … Continue reading

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Prague Castle

Prague Castle is the biggest castle in the world. Made so by the original settlement of an outlook over what is now Prague in the 9th century. Inside the castle are a number of cathedrals, abbeys, palaces, the list goes … Continue reading

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Driven by the murk into the bowels of the earth

We managed an early entry to the world, and began our day as so many other do. With Starbucks. You have to do it at least once. Then off into the city. At first, the Charles Bridge was nice and … Continue reading

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Prague – A Bohemian Rhapsody

The first dawned, and we snored at its arrival. There really was little chance we’d be up anywhere close to daybreak. So we slept in, and made the most of our awesome room in New Town Apartments. It was close … Continue reading

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