Prague may come as no surprise as a spooky city due to its turbulent history and the many myths and urban legends that surround its top attractions. Whenever you believe in the supernatural or not, visiting these so-called “haunted places” make for a fun way of discovering the city. You can find many tour groups [...]
Whether you’re planning a trip to Prague or have visited there many times before, you’ll definitely want to add this book to your travel library. Travelers’ Tales Prague and the Czech Republic features a collection of true stories written by individuals who have spent time travelling or living within Prague. Forwarded by Ivan Klíma who is a well-known Czech novelist [...]
Situated on the River Vltava in central Bohemia, Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic. This beautiful and impressive city has become a major tourist destination in Eastern Europe. Here are some of the city’s best highlights. Prague Castle Constructed in the 9th century by Prince Borivoj of the Premyslid Dynasty, Prague Castle is [...]
Every hour, hundreds of visitors gather in Old Town Square to watch one of Prague’s most famous landmark’s, the Astronomical Clock also known as Orloj. The clock dates back to 1410 when it was originally built by Mikuláš of Kadan and Jan Šindel, who later became a professor at Charles University in Prague. The three [...]
As most of you can see, I’ve have a sweet tooth. One of my favorite treats during my stay in Prague was the Trdelnik, a traditional sweet bread. The Trdelnik is made by rolling the dough around a large cylindrical spit, grilled, and then topped with sugar and walnuts. You can find Trdelnik stands throughout the [...]
