Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic and is the world’s first world heritage city. The famous Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Prague Old Town, and other historical sites are all on the list, making the romantic Prague one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe and the world.
The Old Town Square is in the center of Prague Old Town, surrounded by many historical buildings from the 14th century, such as the Old Town Hall, the Týn Church (Church of Our Lady before Týn) and the Baroque-style St. Nicholas Church in Old Town. The route from Prague Old Town to Prague Castle on the other side of the river, crossing the Charles Bridge over the Vltava River, has become one of Prague’s most classic sightseeing routes.
The Colorful Building Complex
Old Town Square is a famous sightseeing spot in Prague, with landmarks such as the Old Town Hall, Church of Our Lady before Týn, St. Nicholas Church, and the statue of reformer Jan Hus in the center of the square. The square's architecture is characterized by its rich colors, which cover different styles such as Gothic, Baroque, and Rococo.
The 15th Century Horologe
Prague's Old Town Hall is located southwest of the Old Town Square and consists of several adjacent buildings. The astronomical clock on the southern facade of the Old Town Hall dates from the 15th century and features an extremely beautiful clock face with mechanical dolls performing at every hour. The 70-meter-tall tower is topped by an observation deck.
The Emblematic Bridge with Statues
The Charles Bridge, built in 1357, lies over the Vltava River in Prague and is an important link between Prague's Old Town and the Lesser Town. The 516-meter-long Charles Bridge features 30 group of statues from 17th to 18th century, with Gothic bridge towers at each end.
Prague Castle stands on top of a hill on the west bank of the Vltava River, it is one of the largest castle complexes in the world with an area of about 70,000 square meters. At the heart of the complex is the Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral, which hosted the coronations of the Czech kings and queens and houses a collection of sacred objects and artifacts.
World's Largest Castle Complex
With an area of about 70,000 square meters, Prague Castle is one of the largest castle complexes in the world. The Prague Castle area is home to St. Vitus Cathedral, Basilica of St. George, the Old Royal Palace, the Golden Lane, and the hilltop observation deck near the castle, which offers a panoramic view of the city.
Religious Center of Czech
The history of St. Vitus Cathedral dates back to the 10th century and the Gothic church building was built in 1344. It is now part of the Prague Castle complex. St. Vitus Cathedral is the center of faith in Czech and houses a large collection of relics and artifacts, with several monarchs buried here.