Jun 11 2008
Prague Trivia
Prague, a popular year round destination and quite rightly described as one of the worlds most beautiful cities. Wander through the narow streets in the Old Town, marvel at the shopping centres in the new. There is an excellent public transport system in Prague and the trams and metro are both easy to use.
A really great way to see the city is by bike. Book your guided bike tour with us in advance and get to see parts of the city that you would probably not discover on foot. Then tour takes a short break alongside the Vltava river at a riverside pub so you have the opportunity to try some of the famous local Czech beer.
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Prague Trivia
The most famous Bridge in Prague is the Charles Bridge. Construction for the bridge began in 1357. These days it is a pedestrian bridge and probbaly the most photographed attraction in Prague. The bridge is interestingly adorned with 30 statues. During the day the bridge is very lively with painters and street sellers.
In the area Prague 2 you will find an interesting Office building. It has been nicknamed the Dancing House and also the Drunk House. You only have to look at the building to understand exactly how it got its two rather appropriate nicknames
The currency in the Czech Republic is the Koruna. It offers great value for tourists and you will find the local beer cheap compared to prices in the UK!
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i was impressed by Charles Bridge in Prague. The oldest and spectacular Charles Bridge (Karlův most) was built in 1357, and this 520m-long bridge (1770ft) has witnessed more than 600 years of processions, battles, executions and, increasingly, film shoots and construction of the hotels around it. It was the only bridge connected 2 halves of Prague in different river banks for 400 years. King Charles IV’s favorite architect and builder Peter Parler, originally built the present-day bridge. At the beginning it was just a functional construction for jousting tournaments and during many years the only decoration on the bridge was a simple Crucifix, but later in 16-18 centuries the urge of the Catholics for ornamentation resulted in construction of 30 statues.