Prague’s Old Town Square is a feast for the eyes. Everywhere you look, buildings are either architectural marvels or have detailed facades. It’s easy toRead More
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Prague’s Old Town is the source of so many stories, legends and historical incidents that it’s hard to walk more than a few metres before you come across another.
It’s hardly surprising, is it? It is the oldest part of the city and that means more must have happened here than anywhere else.
From people buried alive, to the founding of a nation; from the bombardment of a democratic spirit to the secrets of alchemy – it’s all here.
I’ve split the stories I have based on the area – or street – in the Old Town to help you explore your surroundings with ease.
All articles about Prague’s Old Town
Like all medieval cities, Prague had its fair share of brutality and executions. One particular execution of 27 noblemen is faithfully recorded in the pavingRead More
The name ‘Mozart’ is indelibly linked with Vienna, and rightly so. He visited Prague too and his itinerary is well documented: In January 1787, heRead More
Prague’s lengthy promenades along the river Vltava are one of the most underrated features of the city. Walking along them using the bridges as stepping stonesRead More
Gargoyles are a common feature on Gothic or medieval buildings. They are primarily meant to ensure water does not trickle down masonry, but some ofRead More
The centre of Prague certainly has many legends and stories associated with it. This is quite obvious; the centre is older than the outskirts soRead More
The thoroughfare in Prague between the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square is always packed. As tourists cross the junction with Rytirska street, many don’tRead More
Dodge behind the impressive Old Town Square in the heart of Prague. In the winding streets just off the Royal Way, you will find theRead More
I’ve written about symbols visible in Celetna Street in Prague – The Black Madonna, the White Peacock and the Powder Tower. At No 8, you can seeRead More
Throughout the ages, man had a certain respect for nature. Many cultures imagined that there must be some spirit or god responsible for nature andRead More