Prague – The Pearl of Eastern Europe
Prague, the capital of Czech Republic, is recognized widely as one of the most beautiful city in the world. Prague has a long history and amazing monument.
Below is a selective itinerary suitable for a day’s visit, for you to taste the extraordinary scent of Prague.
The Jewish Quarter (Josefov)
The Jewish Quarter in Prague, known as Josefov, is located between the Old Town Square and the Vltava River. Its torrid history dates back to the 13th century, when the Jewish community in Prague was ordered to vacate their disparate homes and settle in one area.
Jewish quarter in Prague.
Most historical sights in the Jewish Quarter are exhibited in the Jewish Museum. A single admission ticket gains you entry to all the buildings.
Jewish cemetery in the Jewish quarter.
Practical info for Jewish Museum:
Address: U Stare Skoly 1, Josefov, Prague 1.
You can take metro line A and get out from Staromestska station
Opening hours:
Apr-Oct: Daily (except Sat & Jewish holidays) 09:00-18:00
Nov-Mar: Daily (except Sat & Jewish holidays) 09:00-16:30
Strahov Monastery (Strahovsky Klaster)
Strahov Monastery is not only an active place of pilgrimage but also a valuable museum and a famous library, still holding an unbelievable number of rare volumes.
The book collections in Strahov Monastery
Places of that you should not missed visiting in Strahov Monastery are ‘the Basilica of Our Lady’, ‘the Theological Hall’, ‘the Cabinet of Curiosities’ and ‘the Philosophical Hall’.
Practical info for Strahov Monastery:
Address: Strahovske nadvori 1, Prague 1
You can take Trams No 22,23 to Poho?elec
Opening hours: Tuesday – Sunday: 9.00 am – 12.00 pm and 12:30 pm – 5.00 pm
Prague Castle
The Prague Castle is an ancient symbol of the Czech lands, is the most significant Czech monument and one of the most important cultural institutions in the Czech Republic.
Prague Castle
The Prague Castle is the largest coherent castle complex in the world, with an area of almost 70,000 m². A UNESCO World Heritage site, it consists of a large-scale composition of palaces and ecclesiastical buildings of various architectural styles, from Roman-style buildings from the 10th century through Gothic modifications in the 14th century.
Vladislav hall in Prague Castle
Practical info for Prague Castle:
Address: Castle District, Prague 1.
You can take Trams No 22,23 to Poho?elec
Opening hours:
5.00 - 24.00 (April 1 - October 31, daily)
6.00 - 23.00 (November 1 - March 31, daily)
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