Prague's must see sights in one day III

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Length: 2.4 miles / 3.9 km
Duration: Half day

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Overview: This is the last part from my series of travel guides ‘Prague's must see sights’. This guide picks up where the second part ended.

These guides contain what us locals consider as "must-see" sights of this beautiful city. You can easily follow through all the attractions described in the series in one day, provided you wouldn't be diverted by delicious local cuisine & unlimited Czech Beer sampling; plan your vacation to span at least a couple of days, there is a lot to see.

While in Prague, don't hesitate to stray away from your planed course - you will be pleasantly surprised by unexpected nooks, quaint streets and cobblestone city squares. Of course you can always find your way back to the planned route...just ask the friendly locals!

Tips: Prague is beautiful in any season. Obvious choice to visit being the summer months (Jun - Sep). Winter (Dec – Mar) is a great choice too, especially during the Christmas season when the city is glittering with street markets... very festive, very quaint.

This guide doesn't aspire to advertise the city of Prague. Nor it is a photo tour of the city - Prague doesn't need any advertising. It is undoubtedly one on the most beautiful cities in the world and if you are reading this guide you have probably already decided to visit.

Points of Interest

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Charles Bridge

Charles Bridge is the icon of the city. It’s a beautiful stone structure from the 14th century. Highly recommended is an early morning visit to the bridge. Just before sunrise, the predawn light gives this place a very eerie feel, and it’s also a great way to beat the crowds!

Being conveniently located in the middle of the city, Charles Bridge is a common point of interest in this series of guides of Prague.

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Brunsvik statue

Walking over the Charles Bridge, look for this interesting statue. Bruncvik is hidden from other statues lined up on the bridge. Bruncvik is a version of Homers' Odysseus and his loyal lion made it to all the way to Czech's coat of arms!

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Touch it!

Why is everybody touching this little plaque depicting a man being thrown off the bridge? That unfortunate man was Jan Nepomuk - a priest in King Wenceslas IV‘s court. Legend is, he refused to tell the king about the queen's confession... true story is far less poetic.

It is believed that touching the plaque brings good luck and ensures your early return to the city of Prague.

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King Charles the 4th on his break.

Walk all the way across the Charles Bridge and through the Bridge Tower on the Old Town side. To the left is a statue of Czech's most important king and Emperor - Charles IV. Valiant statue, isn’t it? Something even many locals wouldn’t know of is a "hidden message" behind the noble depiction of this statue; view the figure from the corner of Krizovnicka street, doesn't look so noble anymore, does it?

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Novotneho Lavka

Novotneho Lavka is a waterfront walk with beautiful views of Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and Vltava River. Stop by the statue of Bedrich Smetana for a sip at the outdoor café and soak in the scenery.

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THE picture of Prague

The bank of the Vltava River is a very picturesque here, images from which one would find in mostly all travel guides to Prague.

Don't forget to bring your camera along.

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National Theatre

The National Theater is one of the most significant cultural places in the whole of the Czech Republic. Artistic tradition and history are reflected on its walls. Build close to the end of the 19th century, sometimes also referred to as the Golden Chapel: the interior and also the exterior of this building are adorned in gold.

Don’t miss out on one of the many shows hosted here.

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Rent a Row Boat

Looking for something romantic? Looking for a little fun, trying to cool down in the summer heat? Wait no more - rent a rowboat!

Amazing views, peace and relaxation, as long ase you are not nominated to be the rower.

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Narodni Trida (National Avenue)

National Avenue leads back towards the city’s downtown. The very modern looking building right next to the National Theater is Laterna Magika - a recent addition to National Theatre complex, build in the 80s.

On the corner of Narodni and Mikulandska Street is a little covered passage with a monument to the Velvet Revolution. The fall of the communism in Czechoslovakia started on this street on November 17th, 1989. It triggered a wave of events that eventually contributed to the end of the Cold War.

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Bethlehem Square

Bethlehem Chapel is one of the most important churches in Prague. The Hussite Movement, influenced by teachings of Jan Hus (remember his statue in the middle of the Old Town Square?), rattled through Europe in the 5th century. Hus preached from this church in the early 15th century.

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Little Square

Literally this is a little square adjacent to the Old Town square. See the attractive facade of the ‘U Rotta’ house here.

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Hotel U Prince

This 12th century jewel not only has stunning interiors, but also beautiful rooftop terrace restaurant/cafe with a great view.

Even if you haven’t worked up that appetite just yet, this place is a must to visit. Take the glass elevator up to the last floor and walk the final flight of stairs to the top - the panoramic views from here are unforgettable. Take the stairs on the way down to enjoy the castle-like hotel interiors.

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Jungmann Square

Jungmann Square is a busy downtown junction in Prague. Conveniently located on both green and yellow lines of Prague's subway it buzzes with people almost at any hour of the day.

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Franciscan Garden

This tranquil hidden garden is located between Wenceslas Square and Jungmann Square; it is used often by locals as a shortcut while walking between both squares.
This garden is a pleasant surprise from the busy downtown streets of Prague. Sit down on one of the many benches reminiscing yet another memorable day.