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Prague is a city of unique beauty! There are Romanesque and Gothic buildings, and constructions of Renaissance and Baroque styles intricately combined with Art Nouveau, Cubism and Deconstructivism |
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The appearance of the Mala Strana quarter of Prague remained unchanged since its construction in the XVII century |
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Nove Mesto is the youngest and largest of the five independent (from the Middle Ages until 1784) towns that today comprise the historic center of modern Prague. It was founded in 1348 by Charles IV just outside the city walls |
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The Vysehrad fortress is the cradle of the Czech state. On its territory there are still preserved historical building and cemeteries, a lot of lawns and gardens with paths. One of the best panoramas of the city opens from here |
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600 years old Charles Bridge is the oldest and the most beautiful of pedestrian bridges in Europe. Since its inception it was the center of city life. There was a lay of the royal road; fairs and horse tournaments were organized there |
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Church of Our Lady Victorious was built in the early Baroque style by German Lutherans in 1611. In 1624 it passed to the Carmelite Order. Its present appearance the church acquired in 1640 |
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Clock Tower of Loreta is one of the main attractions of Prague. The first time the Loreto bells rang on the 15 August 1695 |
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Synagogue and the cemetery are major monuments of Jewish antiquities belong to the Prague Museum of Judaica. Observing the museum exhibits is not separable from an excursion trough Jewish Ghetto |
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Krizik Singing Fountain is unforgettable. It is the unique spectacle of music, water, colours and ballet. Music is selected from the world’s most famous compositions - the works of Dvorak, Mozart, Vangelis, Freddy Mercury etc |
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The building of the Municipal House (1912) is a brilliant example of Art Nouveau style in architecture of Prague |
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Architectural ensemble of the Loreto Monastery, a brilliant example of Baroque style, is one of the most interesting among a great many of Prague's historic-cultural monuments |
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National Theatre was built in Prague in the 70-ies of XIX century in neo-renaissance style. They gathered money for the construction from all over the country, from different social groups. It is still a personification of national pride |
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Various architectural styles including the gothic Týn Cathedral and baroque St. Nicholas Church meet each other at the Old Town Square. The statue of religious reformer Jan Hus, burned at the stake for his beliefs, is in the centre |
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Petrin Look-out Tower was built in Prague at the initiative of the Czech tourists Club in 1891. Its height is 60 meters. A spectacular view of the city with all its sights opens from the top |
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Prague Castle is one of the biggest castles in the world. It includes gothic St Vitus Cathedral, Romanesque Basilica of St. George, a monastery and several palaces, gardens and defense towers |
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Saint Vitus's Cathedral, located within Prague Castle, is a Roman Catholic cathedral and the seat of the Archbishop of Prague. It contains the tombs of many Bohemian kings. The cathedral is an outstanding example of Gothic architecture |
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The Strahov Monastery, still valid, was founded by Vladislav II in 1143. It is home to Premonstratensian monks. Richly decorated library, which contains more than 125 thousand books attracts tourists |
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Wenceslas Square is a vibrant area of hotels, apartments, restaurants, bars, clubs and shops. It offers easy walking access to all Prague's sights and attractions |
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