Tag: 18th Century

A photo of the statue of mercury on the House of the Golden Angel - Prague, Czechia

This Golden Angel Hides a Mystical Prague Secret

Stand beneath the gilded figure on Celetná Street and you'll discover more than just beautiful baroque art. You'll be at the threshold of one of Europe's most intriguing alchemical mysteries – a divine messenger who has watched over travellers, merchants, and seekers of hidden knowledge for centuries.
A photo of the Powder Tower by night - Prague, Czechia

Prague’s Powder Tower: The Full History

Tourists crowd around the Powder Tower for selfies and videos and who can blame them? The city is photogenic; this tower is one of the iconic scenes people have in mind. The funny thing about the tower is that, grandiose as it is, it was always more ornamental than useful. This article explains why and how it was built, and how it became what it is today.