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What to see in Prague

2012-01-16T19:48:00.003Z

If you have booked a trip to Prague or are still considering whether to visit the city, this video by Rick Steves is worth watching. It should give you an idea of the look of the city and the types of attractions and sites you can expect to see.

Prague is a city steeped in culture and history lovers will certainly appreciate what the city has to offer. If you are youthful and are more interested in bars or restaurants then you will also love Prague. Prague has something for everyone.

Christmas Markets in Prague

2011-12-13T15:44:00.002Z

Religion plays a significant part in the culture of Prague, making Christmas one of the most exciting times of year to visit the city. Amongst the most prominent of seasonal features are the Christmas markets which can be found around the city as they pull tourists and locals together to enjoy the festivities at this magical time of year.

During December the city centre is transformed into something of a giant winter wonderland, with the lights from the Christmas markets brightening up the entire area. Many of the streets are lined with stalls selling products ranging from locally made seasonal gifts to generic items which have been sourced from elsewhere in the world. The Bohemian crystals, wooden toys and homemade jewellery on sale here make for great stocking fillers and are easy to carry home. Local cuisine is also a prominent feature with many stalls selling things such corn on the cob, sausages and pastries, all of which are suitably complimented by hot drinks, including the traditional Czech hot wine. The buzz around the markets is instantly contagious and fills one with seasonal cheer.

Some of the best Christmas markets to visit in Prague are those in Wenceslas Square and Old Town Square, although it is also well worth a visit to those held at Havel’s market and Republic Square. This being said, the city as a whole has sporadic stalls on street corners and can almost be considered one big market. Read about more Christmas markets in Europe.

The Czech Museum of Music

2011-11-15T14:27:00.002Z

Prague has a long association with music, which makes it fitting that the Czech Museum of Music is located here. This is a truly fantastic museum which is a must visit attraction for everybody who visits the city, regardless of their levels of interest in music.

There are various reasons to visit the Czech Museum of Music, with the first being the fabulous building in which the museum is located. This is a 17th century Baroque church which, despite undergoing major renovation to allow it to home the museum most effectively, the building still has all of its charm from the outside and contains an intriguing mix of old and new design features on the inside.

The main attraction of visiting the museum is of course to see the various artefacts from the history of Czech music. In total there are a staggering 700,000 items to explore which take you on a fascinating journey through the evolution of music over the years, with the library of notation being particularly extensive. The museum in Prague also has a vast recordings library as well as collections of instruments from some of the most famous composers and musicians from Czech music history.

On occasion the museum hosts live music events, and the opportunity to combine such an event with a browse at the historical artefacts provides a truly comprehensive music experience.

Visiting Prague Castle

2011-10-11T19:37:00.004+01:00

Of all the exciting attractions to experience when visiting Prague, the castle is one which you should be sure not to miss. The castle is an absolutely colossal structure and is one of the key institutions in the entire country, mainly because of its history and the role it has played in making the Czech Republic the country it is today.

At 500 metres long Prague Castle is widely regarded to be the largest castle in the world, and this sheer size on its own is enough to fascinate you for hours, as this is around how long it takes for your brain to comprehend the scale of the place, the effort that must have gone into creating, maintaining and defending it and events that have taken place here over the years. One of the most intriguing aspects of the castle is the different architectural styles which combine to create the overall structure, which is a result of the various modifications over the years, with one of the most significant being in the early twentieth century.

Prague Castle is open every day of the year during office hours, with the many visitor attractions on site including the gardens, the state rooms and the changing of the guards. A visit here is reminiscent of visiting Buckingham Palace in London or the Whitehouse in Washington with regards to the atmosphere and character of the place, and is truly a superb experience.

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5 Reasons to Visit Prague at Christmas

2011-09-04T11:11:00.002+01:00

With Christmas becoming ever more commercialised, increasing numbers of people are choosing to spend the festive period away from home to escape all of the stress which can be associated with the period. Below are some of the reasons why Prague should be considered as an escape location at this time of year.

Ancient churches

There are few better places to enjoy the magic and true meaning of Christmas than in some of Europe’s oldest churches. Religion is highly important to many of the residents of Prague, so visiting the churches around Christmas you will experience the charming way in which the Czech people celebrate.

Christmas market

In the Old Town Square can be found one of the best Christmas markets in the world. The market sells a range of handmade items which make great gifts for those back home, whilst the square itself hosts a series of concerts and shows telling the story of Christmas and bringing people together at this most special time of year.

Less intense crowds

There is more of a religious emphasis on Christmas in Prague than in other parts of the world, so the crowds are less commercially intense making walking around the city and shopping a less stressful experience.

Food and drink

You will be familiar with all of the traditional Christmas foods back home so the opportunity to sample those from another part of the world is exciting and certainly doesn’t disappoint. There are various specialist seasonal food and drink stalls around the city, whilst the markets are also a great place to source it.

2011-08-16T16:31:00.003+01:00

Theatre has been a large part of the culture in Prague over the years, and below are some of the best theatres to enjoy performances in the city.

Prague National Theatre

This is the largest and arguably the grandest theatre in Prague which has a classical feel to it which is well suited to the high brow performances which are held here, performed by organisations from around the world, including the national opera. The design characteristics alone make it worth a visit here.

Metro Theatre

This is one of the institutions which are referred to as black theatres. This name is a reflection of the nature of performances here which are carried out to a black background and use a mixture of colours and movements to thrill the crowds with a truly modern yet very Prague experience.

Laterna Magika

Puppetry has long been a celebrated art in Prague, and this theatre is dedicated to performances from people and organisations of all standards, whilst all are highly enjoyable and a must visit for those with kids. This is the original puppet theatre in Prague and is still going strong, with a reputation for top quality puppet costumes and highly engaging shows.

Estates Theatre

This is one of the most celebrated theatres in Europe which has a genuinely top draw history with many people such as Mozart having performed here over the years. There is a special feel to this place which is hard to recapture elsewhere.

Discovering Modern Prague

2011-07-11T03:14:00.002+01:00

In a tourism context, the destination Prague is often thought of as a place to visit to enjoy the historical and cultural qualities. Despite this perception that Prague has a wealth of ancient heritage and attractions, there are in fact many modern attractions in the city, and below are some of the best.

Dancing House

This is an intriguing piece of modern architecture which was built during the 90’s in the place of the previous building which had been damaged during the bombing of Prague.

The wobbly design of the building really stands out amongst the historical architecture and can be enjoyed from the top floor restaurant.

Prague Zoo

This attraction was open during the early 20^th century and has evolved significantly since that time.

The zoo is vast in size, approximately 111 acres, and is home to around a stunning 650 different species. It is regarded by some as one of the best zoos in the world.

Nový Smíchov

There are a host of fashionable and modern shopping areas in Prague, with one such example being the Nový Smíchov. This is a state of the art three storey shopping complex which also has a number of modern entertainment facilities.

Podoli Swimming Pool Complex

This is a swimmers paradise and is the largest complex of its type in the city. There is an Olympic size pool as well as a number of other pools suitable for different people, including people. All pools are outside which allows one to enjoy the often glorious weather.

Tips on Czech Customs

2011-06-25T11:18:00.002+01:00

One of the most enjoyable parts of travelling for many people is the opportunity to learn about the customs of the host nation and make an effort to abide by them, and so if you’re planning a trip to the Czech Republic, you’ll find the following tips on Czech customs very interesting.

While some of these facts may be quickly picked up on, others are little more subtle...

First acquaintance tips on Czech customs

1. Czech people can be private

This may come as a surprise tip, but it’s rather customary for Czech people to be very private until they get to know someone. Therefore, if you intend on staying in the country for a while you should be patient whilst forging friendships.

2. Talking to strangers

One of the most important Czech custom tips indeed, it can sometimes be considered rude to talk to a stranger in the street or on public transport... When looking for directions or in need of making an enquiry, you should however be able to tell by someone’s body language if they are open to conversation.

3. Eye contact

When meeting a Czech citizen, make an effort to maintain eye contact as failure to do so can be perceived as a lack of respect. A firm handshake will also be a common introduction, and make an effort to refer to someone by their surname where possible unless prompted otherwise.

Tips on customs for personal interactions with Czech people

4. Compliment the meal

Czech custom tip #4: Be sure to compliment food when asked how nice it is, making negative comments can be unwelcome, perhaps just do not go back to the same establishment.

5. Dining with a Czech person

If you go for dinner with a Czech person, it may be an idea not to discuss business with them, unless you are prompted otherwise, as Czech people often prefer to keep their business private.

With these 5 tips on Czech customs, you can be sure that you won’t be feeling odd or making “silly” mistakes over the duration of your holiday in the Czech Republic.

Attractions for Classical Music Lovers in Prague

2011-05-10T16:32:00.003+01:00

There are attractions in Prague to suit people of all tastes. Those who have an interest in classical music will be pleased to hear that spread around Prague are buildings and museums which have more than a slight association with classical music. Below are some of the places you might like to visit.

Czech Museum of Music - Generally, the sort of person who enjoys classical music will also appreciate fine architecture, so the fact that this museum is located in a 17th century baroque church creates an all around attraction. The museum boasts around 700,000 items which document the history of music and allow the music lover to appreciate the standard that we enjoy today.

Estates Theatre - This is considered to be one of the best historical theatres in the world. Some of the most famous pieces of music have been played here, and perhaps most significantly, Mozart himself once composed here. You can either take in a show here or just take in the atmosphere.

Lobkowicz Palace at Prague Castle - This is a glorious restaurant which is home to a range of historical and instruments which will be of huge interest to the classical music lover. Once you have discovered all of the musical artefacts you can move on to explore the wide range of paintings and decorative arts which are also held here. The glorious location in Prague Castle completes the experience.

Skiing in the Czech Republic

2011-04-07T21:05:00.001+01:00

Along with beach holidays, city breaks and camping, skiing is one of the most popular holidays for people around the world. There are a number of locations around the world which enjoy healthy visitor numbers during the peak season, and many of these are cliché locations where hoards of people visit each year. These countries include Italy, France, Canada, Switzerland and the USA. One of the more neglected, but no less quality locations is the Czech Republic. It is not widely known that there are over one hundred areas in the Czech Republic where there is enough snow to support a sustained season of skiing.

When it comes to skiing in the Czech Republic one of the best features is that the slopes are generally not as busy as in better known resorts, which means that there is more room for you to manoeuvre. A large number of these resorts are equipped with the modern facilities which you would expect to find at a ski resort, although there are still plenty with more retro facilities which certainly add a different edge to the experience. There are resorts which are suitable for skiers of all levels, from the novice to the professional, who can take advantage of the world class resources at Spindleruv Mlyn.

For those who enjoy skiing but also like to be within close proximity to a city, there are a number of resorts which are not too far away from Prague, the nation’s capital.

Try These Czech Delicacies

2011-03-09T20:52:00.004Z

Prague is one of the most popular destinations for tourists in Eastern Europe. It is popular for people who enjoy culture as well as with those who seek a romantic setting for a break with a loved one. Below are some of the Czech delicacies which can be sampled by tourists on their visit to Prague:

Gypsy Sauce: The bizarre composition of this sauce makes it an ideal accompaniment for a whole range of different foods. It has a somewhat sweet taste whilst retaining the spicy edge which its ingredients would suggest. Full of peppers, onions and tomatoes, this sauce is guaranteed to awaken your taste buds.

Piskoty: These soft sweets will be a nice addition to your day time walk. They are extremely sweet and have the consistency of a biscuit. There is a large variety of these sweets, so perhaps you could sample a different one each day.

Game: The Czech population adores a good bit of game. The charismatic aroma which comes as a result of the bird’s diet is accompanied nicely by a variety of different sauces. It is the way in which this bird is cooked which provides its different taste and makes it a must taste delicacy.

Fidorka Dark Chocolate: This chocolate is the Czech answer to the luxury offerings of their European counterparts. Ideal after any meal or as a romantic gesture.

Parks and Gardens to Visit in Prague

2011-02-08T16:43:00.004Z

Prague boasts a range of beautiful parks and gardens which provide the perfect setting for an escape from the concrete jungle in the middle of the city. The parks and gardens are varying in size but each have features which ensure that they really cannot be missed. Below are some of the parks which you should visit in Prague:

Franciscan Garden - Located between a number of busy streets and attractions, it is well worth taking a stroll through this garden oasis on the way to your next point of interest. One of the best features of the garden is that it is situated right next to the church of the Virgin Mary which affords you a gorgeous view of it. With plenty of benches and bushes, the garden provides a peaceful setting for a quick rest.

Vrtba Garden - Boasting a number of statues of roman gods and goddesses, this garden has a distinct baroque feel to it and is regarded by many as one of the most beautiful in Prague. The hoards of flowers which are carefully crafted onto the slopes in amongst the distinguished steps are enough to calm anyone’s mood.

Havlíčkovy Sady - This park is located just outside of central Prague and provides a welcome get away from the conventional tourist activity. Havlíčkovy Sady is the second largest park in Prague and the main attractions include glorious buildings and a vineyard. The sweeping views of the city can be enjoyed from the park whilst sampling some of the local wine produce.

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Prague’s Top 3 Luxury Hotels

2011-01-27T18:10:00.004Z

1. Hotel Riverside - Hotel Riverside, which is located close to the city’s commercial centre and the River Vltava, features amazing Belle Epoque interiors, comfortable suites, modern facilities and lavish furnishing. Most of the hotel’s rooms overlook the picturesque turrets and towers of Prague. The rooms are equipped with free Internet, mini bar, bathrooms with heated floors and much more. Hotel Riverside is close to Prague’s architectural gems such as Charles Bridge and the National Theatre.

2. Hotel President - Hotel President, a five-star luxury hotel, is located right in Prague’s commercial centre and offers luxury travellers a wide choice of 130 tastefully furnished rooms, which includes a presidential suite, three senior suites and 32 junior suites well-equipped with all the facilities that you could desire. If you choose to book a stay at the Hotel President, you will enjoy a spectacular view of the entire city. In fact, this luxury hotel is set in such a location that its guests can view and admire all the attractive sites without having to leave the luxurious comforts of their rooms.

3. Kempinski Hybernska - The Kempinski is a recently renovated seventeenth-century residential palace with elegant interiors and modern architectural designs. The hotel has 75 luxurious, comfortable and spacious rooms. One of the most attractive features of the hotel is its private baroque garden, which sprawls over an area of 1800 square metres, giving its guests the chance to enjoy peace and privacy.

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Prague’s Top 3 Luxury Hotels

2010-12-13T17:31:00.003Z

Since Prague is a luxury traveller’s paradise, you will find no dearth of luxury hotels in Prague. You can read several reviews of luxury hotels in Prague, check for availability of rooms and even do the booking online. I have stayed in five luxury hotels in Prague and would recommend the following three. All these three hotels have great concierge services that can help you acquire event tickets and organise tours for you.

1. Hotel Riverside - Hotel Riverside, which is located close to the city’s commercial centre and the River Vltava, features amazing Belle Epoque interiors, comfortable suites, modern facilities and lavish furnishing. Most of the hotel’s rooms overlook the picturesque turrets and towers of Prague. The rooms are equipped with free Internet, mini bar, bathrooms with heated floors and much more. Hotel Riverside is close to Prague’s architectural gems such as Charles Bridge and the National Theatre.

2. Hotel President - Hotel President, a five-star luxury hotel, is located right in Prague’s commercial centre and offers luxury travellers a wide choice of 130 tastefully furnished rooms, which includes a presidential suite, three senior suites and 32 junior suites well-equipped with all the facilities that you could desire. If you choose to book a stay at the Hotel President, you will enjoy a spectacular view of the entire city. In fact, this luxury hotel is set in such a location that its guests can view and admire all the attractive sites without having to leave the luxurious comforts of their rooms.

3. Kempinski Hybernska - The Kempinski is a recently renovated seventeenth-century residential palace with elegant interiors and modern architectural designs. The hotel has 75 luxurious, comfortable and spacious rooms. One of the most attractive features of the hotel is its private baroque garden, which sprawls over an area of 1800 square metres, giving its guests the chance to enjoy peace and privacy.

2010-11-12T12:21:00.004Z

Prague has historically been a city of thinkers and artists and it's strong cafe culture has grown from this. Inspiration, often shaping the politics and culture of the country as been achieved over a cafe latte or expresso. From small side-street cafes that are warm and intimate to grand Art-Nouveau spaces dressed to impress, Prague has it all. Below are some of my favourites. Meduza, Belgicka 17, Prague 2 - Meduza is one of those places that feels intimate even when every seat is occupied. It's an eclectic mix of vintage furniture and prints, photos, and paintings, including exhibitions of contemporary art and photography. The atmosphere is cool and the staff are helpful. For an introduction to Meduza, go to www.meduza.cz. Souterrain, Belehradska 82, Prague 2 - Cool underground cafe/tearoom offering a bhuge list of teas, along with coffee and alcoholic beverages. The clientele is friendly and you'll get entertained by some of the Czech Republic’s wildest bar musicians. Souterrain’s drink list and schedule of upcoming events, as well as photographs from past events is available at www.souterrain.cz. The Globe, Pstrossova 6, Prague 1 - The Globe Bookstore and Cafe is the cornerstone of the expat cafe scene. You'll find a great selection of English-language books, magazines and papers, cheap Internet, a delicious assortment of inventive and healthy meals, and plenty of readings, lectures, and concerts. Find out more about the Globe at www.globebookstore.cz. (Note: the Globe cafe will be closed due to renovations until December 21, but the bookstore will remain open during this period). Cafe Slavia, Narodni 1, Prague 1 - Decent coffee and food and as a lively mix of crowd make up this cafe. The views are wonderful, whether along Narodni or facing the Vltava. This was also a popular hangout fir dissidents during the socialist regime so it's heavy with atmosphere. Menu, drink list, photo gallery and more can be seen at www.cafeslavia.cz.

Prague’s Christmas Markets

2010-10-12T15:42:00.002+01:00

Prague at Christmas time attracts several tourists from all over the world who flock to its Christmas markets, to shop, sightsee, listen to carols and taste the exquisite wine and cuisine of the region. Last year, I decided to take a family holiday in Prague and celebrate Christmas there. We particularly enjoyed visiting the brightly lit Christmas markets, and despite the milling crowds of local people and tourists, we had the time of our lives.

A trip to the Prague Christmas markets will make you feel like you are at the North Pole visiting Santa Claus’ village. These markets are often described as magical and contribute to the Christmas spirit of fun and sharing in the most unique manner. The city literally dazzles with millions of brilliant Christmas lights and we felt as if we had stepped into a fairyland of lights and snow.

If you are interested in experiencing the Prague Christmas markets, you will naturally have to visit December. The larger markets are located at the Wenceslas Square and the Old Town square and when you are done with them, you can check out the smaller markets at Namesti Republiky and Havelske Trziste. You can easily walk from one market to the other.

We were simply thrilled with the beautifully adorned wooden huts, where Czech local products, beer, hot wine and traditional Czech food items were sold. The Prague Christmas markets are loaded with wooden toys, hand-made jewellery, scented candles, scarves, Christmas tree decorations, hats, ceramic products and loads of Christmas cakes, pies, tarts, sweets, candies and other delicious goodies. We took the children to the Old Town Square where they got to play with goats and sheep and enjoyed the delightful nativity scene.

The most impressive feature of Prague at Christmas time is the large Christmas tree in Old Town Square, adorned with colourful lights. We soon realised that the Prague Christmas markets offered not just shopping, but entertainment galore; as you wander from stall to stall sipping hot wine and tasting delicious snacks, choirs from home and abroad will sing and dance for you.

Boat tours in Prague

2010-09-19T14:07:00.003+01:00

A river cruise on Vltava is one of the best ways to sightsee the region, and tourists will be able to choose from an assortment of cruise tours, depending on what they want to see and where they wish to go. A boat tour will allow you to view popular attractions and see the heart of the city from the deck of a boat; some boat tours also include dinner or lunch as part of the trip.

If you would like to have an evening tour, opt for a Prague Dinner River Cruise tour, where you will be able to enjoy a relaxing cruise experience complete with dinner and live music, while guides point out the attractions on the river banks and explain their significance to you. Most dinner cruise tours take as long as two to four hours and cost around 1000 czk or more.

For those of you who would prefer sightseeing during the day time, book a lunch cruise tour on the river and enjoy the sights as they go by. Top attractions that you will see along your tour include Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, National Theatre, Rudolfinum Concert Hall, Petřín Hill, the Dancing House and Vyšehrad Castle, in addition to several other places.

This tour costs between 400 and 700 czk depending on which company you book the tour with and if you have decided to have lunch on the boat. The tickets for children cost slightly lesser and usually differ by a value of 100. There is also the option of going on an afternoon cruise tour with high tea as the meal offered on board the boat. Music lovers can take up the jazz cruise tour which will feature a live jazz band aboard the craft playing for you.

Guests will find that the boats themselves are very comfortable and are well maintained, with meals being served below deck.

3 boat trips you must try in Prague

2010-08-10T18:00:00.005+01:00

Prague is slowly becoming a hub for tourists with a number of exceptional activities for visitors and one of the best things to do when you are in the city is to go on a boat trip. There are a number of options for people who want to go on one of these cruises. Choosing a cruise can be a little confusing, however all visitors should try one of these three boat trips when in the city.

Prague-Venice boat cruise - If you have only a little time on your hands, you should try the Prague-Venice boat cruise. This cruise takes tourists along the Vltava River, with some unusual views of the city. Here you can see the Old Town from the eyes of the ancient fishermen. The Prague Venice boat tour is truly unique, with passengers having a chance to travel on a wooden boat that is filled with old-world charm. This tour is guided, with guides speaking several languages including English and German.

Night dinner cruise -The second boat trip to try is the night dinner cruise along the river. On this cruise, you will be provided with a sumptuous meal along with a chance to view the city like never before. The tour lasts for two and a half hours and is one of the most popular tours among visitors to the city. The tour starts from the dock, which is the hub of the city.

Summer lunch and music cruise - The third river cruise that is definitely worth trying is the summer lunch and music cruise. Here you will be able to enjoy some spectacular live performances while touring the city along the river. This is also a two and a half hour cruise along with a buffet lunch and an aperitif. The music that is played includes the harmonica performances by experts.

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Josefov: Prague’s old Jewish Quarter

2010-06-28T22:50:00.004+01:00

Located very close to the old city, Josefov, or the old Jewish quarter, is well worth a visit. Jews are believed to have settled in Prague from as early as the 10th century, when they were ordered to live in the confines of this once walled area. Today it has been completely absorbed into the fabric of Prague.

In the 19th and 20th centuries, Josefov was heavily altered and many of its historic buildings were replaced, although there are still some ancient sites to seek out.

To see them you will have to buy a ticket to the Prague Jewish Museum, perhaps the word’s largest collection of Jewish artefacts in the world. With chilling irony, this was for the most part amassed by the Nazis, who during the occupation of the city, set out to create a ‘museum of an extinct race.’

The most moving site is the old Jewish cemetery, the oldest surviving Jewish graveyard in Europe. Although it fell into disuse in the late 18th century, about 10,000 souls are buried here. Thousands of tombstones blanket the cemetery ground, their crumbling, moss-infested state adding to the melancholic ambiance of the cemetery. In between them are some beautiful funerary mosaics and carved marble tombs.

The Gothic Old-New synagogue in Prague is Europe’s oldest working synagogue (men must over their heads to enter) and has been immortalised in the Golem legend. With high, gabled ceilings and a 15th century wrought iron grill, it has changed little since Josefov’s peak. The beautiful and recently renovated Spanish cemetery bears motif from Iberia’s ancient Moorish culture and often hosts concerts.

Prague’s Hands of Time

2010-05-17T19:25:00.002+01:00

Next to London’s Big Ben, the famous and recognisable clock in Europe would have to be Prague’s medieval Astronomical clock, located on the southern wall of the City Hall.

Known locally as Orloj, its beautiful and intricate clock face is the work of various masters of the art of clock making. It was originally created by Mikuláš, the King’s watchmaker from the Czech city of Kadan, but it was later modernised by in the 16th century by Jan Taborský.

During the Prague Uprising of 1945 the Orloj was heavily damaged by Nazi bombs. Over the next few years a community effort was made it get it working again and it hasn’t stopped since, as legend has it that if it did Prague itself would stop functioning.

The Orloj is a sum of various parts and the astronomical dial is perhaps the most mystical. Most experts consider it to be a primitive form of a planetarium as with its rotating ring of zodiacal signs it displays the current position of the planets. Even more interesting is the background of the Orloj, which is coloured in semicircular shapes of blue, red and black (representing day, night and dusk). On the outer edge, two sets of golden numerals mark the 24-hour timescale as well as antiquated Czech time when the midnight (as we understand it today) took place at sunset.

But the most crowd-pleasing element of the Orloj is the four, strange and macabre figures underneath the clock face. They represent anxieties that the community had in the 15t century; death (represented by a skeleton), paganism (a Turk), vanity and greed (two figures with mirror and money bag respectively). When Orloj strikes the hour, ‘death’ inverts his hourglass, and statuettes of the 12 apostles parade past in a window above.

The Prague Castle: Symbol of the City

2010-05-03T16:59:00.003+01:00

Most European cities have one singular monument that has become its symbol; in Barcelona it is the great and still unfinished church the Sagrada Familia whilst in Paris it’s the Eiffel Tower. In the Czech capital, the omnipresent Prague Castle is seen in almost every image of Prague.
Locals and tour guides like to tell you that the Prague Castle is the largest in the world, and its floor space equals the size of seven football fields. When visiting the site it certainly feels as if it does and it would be best to put away a good part of the day (or more) to view it properly.

Like most historical buildings of importance, the Prague Castle is a hotchpotch of styles. Started in the 9th century, rulers over the centuries have all left their imprint, particularly the Empress Theresa who gave the Gothic forms a more classical facelift. It was greatly remodelled again in the 1920s, making its echoing chambers more liveable and visitor-friendly. Even though Vaclav Havel, the first president of the Czech Republic chose not to live here, he also made improvements, particularly to Gallery of Paintings.

All this means that nearly every architectural style from the last 1000 years in represented in castle. There is the Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral with its beautiful stained-glass windows, and the Renaissance Royal Garden with an elegant Games House to name just a few. Inside the complex are a handful of museums including and an amazing Toy Museum and the National Gallery collection of Bohemian Art.

Entry tickets to the castle are valid for two days, and many museums are separate entry fee is required. Even if you don’t want to go into the castle itself, you can wander around the outside and most of the gardens for free, admiring its magnificent splendour from the exterior.

Roma Music takes over Prague

2010-04-12T18:24:00.004+01:00

The richness of Romani—or gypsy— music will be celebrated in Prague this May with the 12th edition of the Khamoro Music Festival.

Romani Music draws on influences from its people’s wide diaspora, which spans Europe and encompasses Arabic, Turkish, Slavic, French and Southern European traditions. The most well-know exponent of Romani music is Spain, with the passionate flamenco sound at the helm (though the feet-tapping rumba from Catalunya was also created by the gitanos) and southern France, through the Gypsy Kings and the legendary gypsy guitarist Django Reinhardt.

It is only relatively recently that the joyful Slavic strain of Romani music has gained an audience; any music fan that saw Tony Gatlif’s 1993 film ‘Latcho Drom’ might remember what a revelation it was, as the historic journey of the Roma people from India to Europe was told through their musical heritage.

The Khamoro Music Festival, which will largely take place in smaller venues across the city, will feature musicians from all over Europe and from the many sub-genres of Roma music. !Deladap describe their sound as ‘nu-gypsy’ with a mix of jazz and electronic. At the other end of the spectrum, the duo Nadara hail from a small village in Romania, where they forged their reputation at weddings and traditional fiestas and developed an innovative take on traditional Transylvanian folk music.

Debates, film screenings and talks also form part of the Khamoro Music Festival, making the last week in May a great time to visit Prague for world music fans.

Spring in Prague

2010-03-16T20:29:00.004Z

Spring is a magical time in Prague, and not only because of the political significance of this time of the year. As the chill finally goes from the air, the city gets ready for the Prague Spring International Music Festival (12/5 to 4/6) an annual showcase for outstanding classical music artists. The first was held just after the end of WW2, and for classical music fans it quickly became one of THE events on the cultural world calendar.

Artists invited to the Prague Spring International Music Festival have always been of the highest caliber and this year is no exception; André Previn will be conducting the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, and master of the Baroque Sir John Eliot Gardiner will be leading Bach’s mass. For a change of pace Anoushka Shankar (daughter of legend Ravi Shankar) performs classical Indian music.

Perhaps one the biggest draws of the Prague Spring International Music Festival is the venues themselves. Its traditional home is neo-Renaissance Rudolfinum auditorium but concerts are also held in ornate, art nouveau Municipal House and the National Theatre.

The Prague Spring International Music Festival is not the only event coming up in Prague over the next couple of months; in May the Khamoro World Gypsy Festival celebrates Roma culture. I will tell you a bit more about that next time.

Café Society in Prague

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Prague is famous for many things, its opera house, its bridges, springtimes and astrological clock. It also has a wonderful café society, from lost-in-time fin de siècle relics to funky new arrivals. Here are three of my favourites.

Café Slavia - One of Prague’s best- loved institutions and renowned as a meeting place for intellectuals and literati since the late 19th century. The décor hasn’t changed much since then, and neither have the house specialties such as crepes, and thick and sinful hot chocolate. Smetanovo nábřeží 1012/2, www.cafeslavia.cz
Kavárna Obecní dům,

The glorious Municipal House Café is a sterling example of secessionist style and is located in the heart of the city’s historical centre. Open from day to night, it is equally as good for a coffee and pastry breakfast or a light lunch of a sandwich or salad. Ask to have a peek at the café’s private games rooms. Náměstí Republiky 5.

Cafe Wow - Café Wow is a one of the new breed of Prague cafes, mixing retro-inspired furniture and bright colors to a young crowd of locals and expats. You could pop in for a cocktail at night, or grab a bite of say tomato and mozzarella salad and pasta during the day. It is also one of the few places in Prague that does a decent brunch. Kozí 5, http://www.cafewow.cz/

You can learn about Prague Ruzyne airport online.

Best way to see Prague in 1 Day

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Prague is a great city for a number of reasons but one of the key things to me is the fact that it is a capital city, yet still compact and easy to get around. Seeing the city in one day is very possible if you are well organised and there are ways to do this.

I always find that if you are in a city for a very short time, then going on the City Bus Tour (which many main cities have) is one excellent way to see a lot in a short time and which a guide. The best ones I find are the hop on, hop off bus tours. An organised city tour can also be a great way and if the city has a river through the heart of it, as Prague has, a boat trip combined with city tour can be good.

In Prague, companies who offer good tour include Viatour and GoldenTours. They are several companies in fact that you can choose from and often the tours use the same supplier. If you are unsure, then talking to your hotel concierge or to your Prague apartment agent can also sometimes help.

Best Youth Hostels in Prague for travellers

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There are some excellent choices in Prague for accommodation and for all different prices levels and in a variety of areas within Prague. Even the higher-end hotels can be relatively cheap compared to some other European capitals, such as Paris, Rome and London.

One accommodation type which has proven to be very popular for years with backpackers BUT is also now attracting a variety of ages - now that many are being upgraded, are youth hostels. Below 3 of my favourite youth hostels:

Hostel Bridge Youth Hostel (Vašátkova 27) - This is an excellent double, 3 and 4 bedroom rooms and with a location which is very central and close to the historical attractions - is a good find. The rooms are also normally very clean and staff real friendly.

Pension Tara Youth Hostel - another great hostel with excellent cleanliness and cooperative staff. In some hostels on my travels around Europe, the staff can sometimes be rude, rooms unclean and location not great. Pension Tara though ticks all the boxes and is in a great location. Good facilities and not too far from the Hostel Bridge hostel.

Welcome Hostel - is another jewel and as they say, location, location, location. Also though with Internet access, lockers, good facilities, good staff and a decent price this is as good as any in Prague. Learn nore about Prague accommodation.

Where to stay in Prague

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It can get confusing when planning to stay in Prague with several areas to the city. Below some thoughts on the main areas:

Nove Mesto - is one of the best areas to stay in the city as a tourist. This area is very central, has a number of decent holiday accommodation choices and is very central to the main attractions, bars and restaurants. You cannot go wrong with Move Mesto.

Stare Mesto - is equally as nice and also central, offers decent value and holiday rentals and is overall a very good location.

Smichov in Prague - also remains popular with many visitors to Prague, on the left bank of the river is another viable alternative. This area is filled with shops, restaurants and bars and is popular with locals and tourist.

Choose one of the areas above and you cannot go wrong when staying in Prague.

Prague Horn Festival ...come on down

2009-08-11T01:12:00.003+01:00

There are still a few days left here in Prague at the annual 'Horn Festival'. The festival continues through to and including the 14th August. It has been a lively few days already with some great music going on.

Why not join us at Prague Horn Festival

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The Prague Horn Festival is an annual and non-profit event which will be held from the 8th of August to the 16th of August. This is the 18th edition of this festival and the aim is to develop the art of performances instrument boasting rich tradition of the Czech history.

This year, the event takes place at two locations, the Town Hall and Basic School of Arts. Everybody is welcome to this event, people from around the world are invited to this Horn Festival, amateurs as well as professionals, to participate the master classes. Students and teachers, keen amateurs and even beginners are welcome. Everybody who wants to learn and wants to get to know the instrument better, is welcome.

There are different sessions in the program. The morning program has sessions with individual lessons of 30 minutes. In the afternoon there are the open master classes and every night a concert will take place, starting on 7.30pm.

The fees for these courses vary from €320.00 for auditors to €440.00 for active participants. These prices includes the tuition and accommodation and the registration fee of €60.00. If there is a greater interest in participating the course, a student residential accommodation will be offered a reduced price. The official opening ceremony take place on the 8th of August at 3pm in the NKC Hall.

New Prague Dance Festival Tanec Praha

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This New Prague Dance Festival called Tanec Praha is since the introduction, the largest dance festival of the capital city. Tanec Praha literally means Dance Prague and the New Prague Dance Festival was found in 1997. The New Prague Dance Festival is held from the 1st of July to the 7th of July in the Ponec Theatre.

This is an excellent organized festival for amateur dance groups that come from different dance genres. The aim was to enjoy people who love to dance where the nationality, language or religion doesn’t matter. This festival is also a competition that gives the opportunity to see the other lovers of dance and their interpretation of forms and styles.

Some types of dance are classic, hip hop, contemporary, jazz, folk, choreography and all forms of performance. The competition is accessible to all dance schools and studios and there is a jury that will judge all the performances.

The new Prague Dance Festival is cooperating with the National Theater of Prague and its ballet ensemble. This cooperation ensures, the participants of the festival, protection that everything will be on the highest level and professional quality during their stay in Prague. This is at the same time a good way to show the participants the ancient historic halls of the dance department which is situated in the centre of Prague, to improve the dance and to explore new trends in classic as well as the modern dance.

May 2009 - Property of the month - PRAGUE

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It has not been easy this month to choose the Prague property rental of the month because there are many great holiday apartments to choose from. Based on some excellent reviews in the recent months though this month's winner is:

Art Nouveau Prague rental - This luxury apartment is very central and can:

Accommodate up to 7 people.
Has 2 bathrooms.
Offers a kitchen with all the fittings.
24 hour round the clock security and reception.

Prague: Do not forget that the 'Prague Spring International Music Festival' takes place between the 12th May and 3rd June 2009. I was at last years event and what a great time. I highly recommend the music festival. A great and affordable festival in times of a recession.

Top 5 must see sights in Prague

2009-04-07T16:22:00.003+01:00

Prague offers a lot of attractions and sight. People can spend many time in the city and still be surprised by all the beautiful buildings, museums, monuments and other attractive places. This is a list of ‘the top 5 must see sights’ in Prague.

1. The first sight is called the Charles Bridge. This is one of the most beautiful bridges in the world. It is the biggest attraction of Prague and it is called after Charles IV. One of the arches of the original bridge is incorporated into the new bridge. This bridge has its own permanent residents as jazz musicians and souvenir sellers.

2. Then there is the Prague Castle. This is one of the most popular sights of Prague. The original castle is found in 880 by the oldest known frost of Premslyden, Borovoj. The Prague Castle is now one of the largest palaces closed complexes in the world. Inside the castle you will find 7,5 acres with buildings, with Romanesque, Gothic and classical style.

3. On the third place is the ‘Old Town Square’. This square is the most important square of Prague. In the 10th century there was a market for farmers as well as merchants. Traces of Roman houses are still seen. The richest inhabitants built houses and the royal family and other nobles built palaces.

4. The fourth place is ‘The Golden Street’. This street is a narrow street inside the Prague Castle and it has small colored houses where alchemists, archers, poor people and poets lived. Many famous writers have lived here such as Jaroslav Seifert and Franz Kafka.

5. The last sight is the ‘Wenceslas square’. This square is the biggest square in Prague and it is situated in the Nove Mesto. It is also called the heart of Prague because of the lively atmosphere. The square look like a boulevard with the bars and terraces and there is always something to do.

Prague Spring International Music Festival

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The festival was actually founded by the whole Czechoslovak Republic. At the end of WW II, the Czechoslovak Republic celebrated the first anniversary. Besides this day, they also celebrated the 50th anniversary of its founding. From this moment, the Prague Spring Interntational Music Festival was born.Seventy years long, the people that were involved in the music industry in Prague, tried to organize annual music festivals including top soloists and orchestras from all over the world.

From the end of World War II, this music festival took place every year and this year is the 64th edition. Not only the leading composers joined this music event from the start. Also music and musicians of the four great powers of the victorious Anti-Hitler coalition participated from the start. Besides that, musicians from the USA, Great Britain and France, top soloists, singers and conductors from the Soviet Union participated.

This event takes place starting from the 12th of May till the 3rd of June and some of the acts on the program are Orchestra des Champs-Elysées, Nederlands Blazers Ensemble and The Lord of the Rings Symphony. Everybody, young and old, can visit this festival. The prices of the tickets vary from 14 euro to 82 euro.

Property of the month Prague

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The property of the month for Prague is this very luxurious apartment which is called Old Town Exclusive. The apartment in this central and stylish area, can sleep up to 6 people comfortably in 3 bedrooms, 2 bedrooms with double beds and one with 2 single beds. Furthermore there are 2 bathrooms, one with a shower and the other with a Jacuzzi.

The apartment is situated in Stare Mesto, close to the Old Town square and the Jewish quarter. Close to the apartment you will find many restaurants and pubs to enjoy a good diner and a few drinks. It is also perfectly located for getting around to the main parts of the city.

The apartment comprises of lot’s of amenities e.g:

Washing Machine
Dishwasher
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Balcony

Books of Prague for Xmas

2008-12-16T20:55:00.004Z

Xmas is very close and it is time when you might want to suggest some stocking fillers which you would like to received, from family. There are some excellent books on Prague and a few I can personally recommend are:

Prague Top 10 Eyewitness Guide is an excellent guide and fits nicely into a backpack and provides very quick and easy to find information.

Another excellent guide is the Prague Lonely Planet City Guide. This book and the series for other cities also, is brilliant for things such as accommodation, restuarants and attractions.

What book scan you recommend for Prague. Send us your comments!
Qucik thank you to Jean from Swansea who wrote to us and yes, we'll consider your Barcelona airports idea. To the Healey's thank you for your Prague review which we'll add soon. Happy Xmas everyone!

Prague Christmas Markets

2008-10-28T00:11:00.004Z

Christmas is a special time in Prague and the Christmas Markets (Vanocni trh) form the ingredient. The Czech Christmas Markets are an excellent opportunity for both tourists and the people to come together and experience the true Christmas feeling. The markets will take place between 09:00 and 17:00 hours.

On the Christmas markets you will find beautifully decorated stalls, where they sell Czech crafts, hot food (corn, sausages and local specialties) and warm drinks. You will find all sorts of nice gifts like Christmas socks, Czech glass work, wooden toys, candles, Christmas tree ornaments and handmade jewelry. And as always, wooden dolls can be found there.

The largest Christmas markets can be found on Wenceslas Square and Old Town Square, the smaller are located on Namesti Republiky and Havelske Trziste. This year’s Christmas markets start early, on the 25th of November and they last until the 1st of January.

Still don´t know what to do in Prague?

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Share the Christmas spirit with close friends and family in the centre of Prague.

Whether you are a small family or a romantic couple, Prague has allot to offer during the Festive Season. Move back in time, to the traditional way of celebrating Christmas. You can enjoy various festivities from the popular Christmas markets to a classical Opera concert. Prague is an open air Museum which is best explored by foot.

Visitors come from all over the globe to experience Christmas markets in Prague (Vánocni trhy). These markets usually start four Saturdays before Christmas Eve (December 24) and run until the beginning of January. They are open every day of the week. Despite the cold, Christmas markets are always busy. Holiday items, crafts, traditional Christmas decorations along with hot wine, grog, warm honey liquor (medovina) and traditional foods all available and waiting for just for you.

Christmas in Prague is a magical time for everyone, shop windows are bright and beautiful, and Christmas trees are covered in fresh, white snow. What more can you ask for?

Winter Festival In "The City of a Hundred Spires"

2008-08-09T16:19:00.005+01:00

Do you love culture, winter, cheap vacation and amazing ambience? WE DO!

Last year my girlfriend and I decided to go for a short trip to one of Europe’s most beautiful capitals, Prague. But to enjoy the unique diversity of this stunningly amazing city the best way is to visit it in winter, especially because every 02 January an impressing 5 – day culture spectacle starts.

Our recommendation: The Winter Festival: The Prague Winter Festival goes in the 37th round this year and each one it becomes more and more manifest in Prague’s most – known and most – visited attractions. Here some examples for what we were able to experience during our stay:
Prague opera and ballet (world famous, boasting some of the finest opera performances in some of the most stunning opera houses in Europe).

We enjoyed opera, ballet and classical music performances in the Estates Theatre, The Prague State Opera, The National Theatre and the famous Dvorak Hall of the Prague Rudolfinum.
fine performances by the Bambini di Praga, the famous Black Light Theatre of Prague
the Hradistan Dulcimer Band

Prague excursions: This is just a short extract of activities one can enjoy in this time!
Unfortunately, we had only 3 days, BUT we exactly know where we are going to spend New Year’s Eve and the following days this year! For vacation rentals in Prague you can try Holiday Velvet.

Verdi Festival in Prague 2008

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The annual Verdi Festival in Prague is due to take place between August and September 2008 in the main Opera House. The Verdi is excellent and if you know or even if you are nnew to Verdi, this is certainy worth attending.

Everything Verdi is very much the nature of this annual festival and over the course of almost 4 weeks, several Verdi operas are performed to full audiences.

You can find out lots more information via the Opera website at http://www.opera.cz/.

Prague’s Golden Lane

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Around 1597, the emperor Rudolph II ordered to built a street within his castle complex lined up on one side with small and colourful houses for the castles guards. Later when alchemists and goldsmiths moved into the houses, the street got its new name “Golden Lane”.

By living in the castles they didn’t have to pay guild dues and were protected by the high walls. Franz Kafka and his sister have been the most famous residents, occupying the blue house number 22. It was here where he started writing his famous work “The Castle” and when you walk through the narrow streets with its dead ends, you will understand why he got the inspiration for the book.

Today the little busy lane is probably the most crowded street in the entire city, packed with visitors from all over the world, and these tiny, brightly painted houses host gift shops selling paintings and other arts and crafts to attract the tourists. If you follow the eastern lane and climb up the stairs at the end, you’ll reach a spot from where you’ve a magnificent view of Prague.

Kutna Hora – A day trip from Prague

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Kutna Hora- Parts of this small silver heart of Medieval Europe with its many historical Gothic buildings are part of the UNESCO heritage since 1995. The city was once one of the richest and most important royal towns in the world between the 13th and 16th century due to its silver mines and in the 14th century there have been as many people living in Kutna Hora as in London. Even the well-known Prague Groschen which was at that time the hard currency of Central Europe, was minted here using silver extracted from the local mines.

If you are in town you should make a visit to Church of St.Barbara which is dedicated to the patroness of miners, Hradek with the Medieval silver mine Osel, the Italian Court which first has been the central royal mint and later turned into the grand royal residence by King of Bohemia Wenceslas IV and, of course, you shouldn’t miss the Chapel of All Saints in a nearby cathedral.

The chapel is also called Bone Church because it is made from the bones of 40.000 people. The town is situated 65 km east from Prague and you can get there easily by bus (70 min) or by train (55 min).

The 'Mystic Skate Cup'

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Dating back to almost the fall of the Iron Curtain, the Mystic Skate Cup in Prague has been one of the biggest skate boarding events in Europe since the early 1990´s. The events are split between Street-Style and Free-Style.

The customized facility at Stvanice proveds the perfect backdrop for both genres of skating. Free-stylers strut their stuff on rails and ramps while the adreline junkies go for big air on the immense half-pipe. And with a 30,000US 1st place prize, you can be assured the skaters will go for it all.

And what´s a great skating event without a stellar party to follow... For the whole week (July), promoters throw lavish partys for all the atheletes and reverlers. For more information about the event: http://www.wcsk8.com/.

Summer Shakespeare Festival Prague

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From the 25th June until the 9th September the Supreme Burgrave’s House close to the Prague Castle is the host of the summer exhibition of William Shakespeare. The Czech Shakespeare festival was introduced in 1994 and also takes place in Brno and Bratislava.

New on the agenda for this year is ‘Othello’. The Summer Shakespeare Festival is the oldest and biggest open-air theatre festival in the Czech Republic and was at the beginning of 90s originally initiated by President VÁCLAV HAVEL.

In 2008, it is certain that the programme of the Shakespeare Summer Festival will continue to be a major cultural event in the Czech Republic, having long since surpassed its significance as a mere summer showcase of theatre. For more information www.shakespeare.cz/

Tram 91: Getting around Prague, Czech

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There are many ways to do a sightseeing trip through the city where you are on holiday. In most cases there is a tourist bus or you can rent a bike to go through the city.

In Prague they have a different kind of sightseeing transport. It is called tram 91. The line operates on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from the 22nd March until 17th November.

It departures from termini from 12.00 to 17.35 hrs always on the hour. The tram makes a trip through Prague with a few stops and gives a nice impression of Prague. There is also a possibility to buy a drink or have a small snack on board of the tram.
For more information go to the Prague Tram site.

Prague: A side visit

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If you find yourself twiddling your thumbs and can’t stomach another Czech beer, you might want to get some fresh air and take a visit to Loket. Only two hours away, Loket is a lovely town not far from the famous west Bohemian spa towns. Founded in the 12th century, the ancient town of Loket is dominated by a Medieval castle fortress.

In 1434 the castle and the town was given by the Emperor Zikmund to the Šliks, under whom expensive modifications of the castle took place. After the development of the town a long period of stagnation occurred, the gradual end of which was manifested by the building of an ostentatious early Baroque town hall and a broad minded modification of the church constructions. Later it was rebuilt as a prison and is well worth a visit. Trains and buses run every day to Loket from Prague.

Public Transport in Prague

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These days there are many ways to get to Prague and to move around the city. There are a lot of low-budget airlines flying to Prague, like Easyjet, Ryanair, Germanwings, Sky Europe etc. But another possibility is to take the train. Every two hours there is a train leaving from Berlin, that takes you in 4 hours and 45 minutes to the centre of Prague. This seems to be a little long but the views from out the train are amazing.

About Prague’s Public Transport itself. Prague has 3 metro lines, A (green line ), B (yellow line) and C (red line). The entire track is 54.7 kilometers long and counts 54 stations. Every 4 minutes there is a train passing by and during rush hour even every 2-3 minutes. There are three major cross over stations: Florenc, Můstek and Muzeum that have access to the centre.

Besides the metro there is a very large tram network of 141 kilometers and around 1000 vehicles. The network consist of 26 day lines and even 9 night lines. So most of the areas are covered with access to the public transport. And if not you can always take a taxi, but remember to agree on a price before you get in, else they will rip you off.

Prague Events: Witches Night

2008-02-19T11:11:00.005Z

If you are planning on visiting the fairy-tale city of Prague in the end of April, then you cannot miss the notorious Witches Night in Prague (Paleni Cardojenic). A celebration of the end of winter and the beginning of spring, Witches Night occurs on April 30 on the night before Saint Phillip and Saint Jacob's Day. Locals once believed that witches would invade the city by air bringing bad-luck and misfortune.

In their efforts to ward off evil spirits, city folk would construct large bonfires to keep them afar.
Nowadays, the witches are comprised of straw which the locals place throughout the city and burn along with large bonfires. Groups gather to sings songs and roast sausages.

Book World Prague 2008 is another event which can be a lot of fun and which will take place in Prague between the 24th and 27th April 2008. This is a hig buge fair which takes place at the Industrial Palace in Prague.