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Independent Czechoslovak State Czechoslovakia was also know as the Independent Czechoslovak State. It was the result of a breakaway from the Austro-Hungarian Empire. During this period the Czech-speaking areas of Bohemia and Moravia were...
A few years ago, locals and tourists could only be envious of the coffee on offer in places like London, Barcelona and Berlin. While they sat in Prague’s musty old cafes drinking something hot and...
After couple days in Prague you realize that there is a restaurant on every single corner. Even locals wonder how in a world all of them are still in business but more importantly...
When you arrive in Prague, there are basically three (or four) parts of Prague you will want to see. The Old Town, Hradčany, Lesser Side and the New Town. All of them are packed...
Let’s face it! Everyone wants to get off the beaten track when they go on holiday. There can be difficult choices when faced with a new city you don’t recognize and a guide book...
At the very end of Prague Castle, near the Black Tower, there is a narrow, picturesque street; “Golden Lane”. Its story dates back to the beginning of 16th century, when the new royal architect...
The legend says that Loreta (in Italian Santa Casa) was the house where St. Mary was living when the angel appeared to her. Then during the battles with the Saracens at the end of...
Kampa Island is a tiny island next to the Lesser Side, which is hard to tell from the mainland nowadays. Mostly because Charles Bridge stretches over the island, we tend to think it’s already...
Introduction to Nerudova Street One of the easiest ways to get to Prague Castle is through Nerudova street. It’s one of those streets where you can literally breath in the history of Old Prague. Most...
Introduction If you’re standing in front of the Schwarzenberg Palace located on Hradčanské náměstí, you can see why it’s so famous. For the palace belongs amongst the most beautiful and charming examples of Renaissance...
