What to do in Prague?

1. Prague Castle

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Description: Dating from the 9th century, it is one of the oldest historical monuments that can exist in Prague. Its antiquity bears witness to the medieval era with its magnificent towers resembling palaces, like those we can see in movies. Many consider that Prague's history begins when this castle was built. With a strategic geographical location, it became the city center and the residence of the King of Bohemia. A little over a century ago, in 1918, the President of the Czech Republic settled there. It is possible to see the "Saint Vitus Cathedral", the "Golden Lane", the "Old Royal Palace"...And many other things. Located west of the Vltava River, Prague Castle is open from 6am to 10pm from November to March, and from April to October from 5am to midnight.

2. The John Lennon Wall

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Description: This wall is a legend. After all, it was built in honor of a legendary artist, who founded one of the most famous music groups in the world: the Beatles.

Go to the heart of the mythical "Malá Strana" district. There stands a wall that could resemble all the walls we might have encountered once in our lives. And yet... It is nonetheless adorned and drawn in an artistic and creative way, on absolutely its entire surface. Existing for 40 years, the drawings on the John Lennon wall are a hymn to peace, art, and freedom, just like his songs. This fresco, which can sometimes move the fans of the deceased singer, is much more than a simple work of art, it represents through its graffiti "a space of struggle for freedom of expression during communism". Breathing beauty and hope, it's the kind of place where a nice photo is a must.

3. Prague's Astronomical Clock

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Description: Are you wondering what time it is? Let Prague's spectacular astronomical clock tell you!

More seriously, this monument (if we can call it a monument) seems to come straight from another dimension. Located on the Town Hall building, it also marks the medieval era of the city. The least we can say is that it's the most famous and recognized clock in the world. Built by master clockmaker Hanus and improved with better tools by Jan Taborsky around the 16th century, it consists of three distinct parts: Josef Mánas's calendar representing the months of the year passing by; the animations (don't miss the parade of the twelve apostles presented every hour); as well as the famous astronomical clock, imposing and intimidating at the same time. As a bonus, we advise you to climb the tower for a breathtaking view of the city, open Tuesday to Sunday from 9am to 6pm, and Monday from 11am to 6pm.

4. Wallenstein Gardens

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Description: Wallenstein Gardens have a very specific particularity that distinguishes them from other gardens that can be found in the surroundings. In addition to being bursting with greenery and dotted with flowers in shimmering colors, the leaves and grass are finely carved to produce a perfect geometric pattern.

Baroque in style and extending over more than 14,000 m², this fairy-tale place was created at the same time as the impressive Wallenstein Palace, in the 15th century. And since then, it has always been correctly maintained to the millimeter, to give what you know today, or rather what you are going to know! The best time to stroll there is during summer, as many concerts and theatrical performances take place there. Located in the Malá Strana district, it is possible to enter from 7am until 7pm, the sunset is absolutely sumptuous there.

5. Frank Gehry's Dancing House

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Description: Amusing, this funny house lives up to its name. Frank Gehry's Dancing House seems to dance before our eyes, in the evening it adorns itself with blue, purple, yellow, green and red, and gives us the impression of coming to life!

With its 9 floors, it is made of glass and concrete, and is part of the city's most recent monuments, from 1996 to be exact, thus witnessing contemporary architecture. Who created it? Architects Frank O. Gehry and Vlado Milunić. Marking the aftermath following the Velvet Revolution and the return of democracy, it is located on the quays of the right bank of the Vltava River, we advise you to go there in the evening, the view is breathtaking!

6. Charles Bridge

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Description: Impossible to talk about Prague without mentioning its most famous bridge: Charles Bridge. It's 500 meters long and 10 meters wide stretching between the Old Town and Malá Strana. It owes its name to its worthy creator who is none other than King Charles IV who, according to historians, laid the very first stone in 1357. Throughout your walk on this expanse made of robust stones, you can observe nearly 30 statues, many of which are copies of those found in museums such as the "Prague National Museum". Interesting fact, one of the statues, that of "Saint John of Nepomuk", is located exactly where he was thrown into the water. Make a wish by placing your left hand on the statue, and it will be granted.

7. Powder Tower

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Description: Let's finish this overview with one of the most famous symbols of the city of Prague: the Powder Tower located at the entrance to the Old Town. Blackened, it is imbued with Gothic art and is most certainly one of the most sinister monuments that can exist in this world. Built in 1475, it was ravaged during 1541 by a powerful fire. In the 17th century, it became a gunpowder depot, hence its current name "Powder Tower". Inside, it houses an exhibition relating Prague's history, as well as several towers. Open year-round from 10am, it generally closes around 10pm, except during the months of November to February, at 6pm.