The House of the Black Madonna
The beginning of 20th century was an era of many changes in our country. Not just through political changes and those in the society. But more just as importantly, changes in architecture. The House of...
Category: Prague: Old Town
Old Jewish Cemetery in Prague
The Old Jewish cemetery in Prague is one of the oldest in Europe. It was started in 1439. And the last person buried there was in 1786. Since then it is carefully looked...
Prague Old Town Square
Introduction to the Prague Old Town Square Most larger cities in Europe, including Prague each have THE Square. That one place everyone knows well and really admires for its beauty. And without doubt, the...
The Powder Tower
One of the most significant landmarks of the Old Town is the Powder Tower. This Neo-Gothic tower opens up Celetná Street, the former starting point of the crown road of Czech Kings. But how...
Prague Old Town
History of Prague Old Town Once upon a time, in the heart of medieval Europe…well, there are several legends about how Prague Old Town, along with the rest of the city, was founded. The most...
Karolinum, A.K.A Prague’s Charles University
Founding Here we have one of the oldest surviving universities in Europe. This is Prague University. Of course today everyone knows it as the Charles University. After founding it in 1348, for the first few...
Prague’s Rudolfinum
Introduction The Rudolfinum is a wonderful Neo-Renaissance building and you’ll find it on the right bank of the River Vltava. All the money for its construction was donated by the First Czech Savings Bank...
The Church of Our Lady Before Tyn
Walking across the Old Town Square, there is one stunning church you can’t overlook – the old, Gothic style Church of Our Lady before Týn. The story of this church starts in the middle...
Prague Municipal House
In the beginning of 20th century the government of Prague could see that there were no modern buildings suitable for representing the city during very important events. This is the reason why they decided...
Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock
An Introduction In the heart of the oldest part of Prague, in the Old Town Square, stands one of the most popular tourist attractions. The Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock. You might be wondering...
