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 A dominating presence on Old Town Square |
Celetna 5 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 6 0230 6186 http://tynska.farnost.cz |
This fairy tale Gothic church with its twin towers is an Old Town landmark, and its ominous presence has dominated the square for centuries. Most noteworthy on the inside is the tomb of Rudolf II's personal astronomer, Tycho Brahe. When lit up at night, it adds to the "magic Prague" effect the city has on many visitors. Work on the church began in the first half of the 14th century but it was not until the end of the 16th century that it was completed. Its 80-meter towers topped by four small spires were customary during the reign of Emperor Charles IV. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Sleek, urbane retreat |
Rybná 20 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 221 700 111 http://www.hoteljosef.com/ |
Two buildings—the Pink and the Orange House, designed around a landscaped courtyard, comprise Hotel Josef. Modern interiors and traditional comforts complemented by hi-tech amenities make for a gratifying stay. The hotel has a restaurant, overlooking the courtyard, which is open only for breakfast. Located near the old Jewish Quarter, Josefov, Josef is within easy walking distance from the Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square, Charles Bridge, Powder Tower, State Opera, and the ministries and office centres of Prague. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Cubist craze designs |
Celetna 34 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2421 1732 http://www.prague-museums.com/... |
There may not be any Picasso here, but you will find a small assortment of paintings, furniture and even coffee sets made during the height of the Cubist craze in the early twentieth century. One of the better-known artists in this school was Josef Capek, brother of the writer Karel Capek. Czech architects also adopted Cubism - the building itself, by Josef Gocar, is a good example of this. Notice the triangular projections above the windows which represent a way of expressing different angles of vision simultaneously. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Artfully displayed art |
Tynska Street 6 Ungelt Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2482 7022 http://www.citygalleryprague.c... |
A permanent collection of twentieth-century Czech art owned by the Prague City Gallery resides in this lovely Renaissance palace right in the centre of the Old Town. Rather than the usual chronological arrangement, works are hung in a dozen or so thematic groupings. This trendy curatorial manoeuvre works extremely well here. Works by Federico Diaz, Krystof Kintera, Katerina Vincourova and other young Czech artists are displayed in an underground space. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Tradition & History |
Stareho hrbitova 3a Prague 16000 Czech Republic +420 221 711 511 http://www.jewishmuseum.cz/en/... |
This Ceremonial Hall is one of only a few original buildings from Prague's old Jewish Quarter. This pseudo-Romanesque style building was used for various religious services and ceremonies, as well as a mortuary. On the ground and upper floors of the Hall, the permanent exhibition of Jewish Customs and Traditions is housed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Convergence point for tourists |
Staromestské námestí Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2448 2751 |
This is the vortex of tourist activity in Prague, whether it be to catch a glimpse of the clock's elusive statuettes, check out one of the town hall's exhibitions or climb the tower. It was in 1338, during the reign of King John of Luxembourg (1310-1346), that work began on the building of a town hall. The oldest parts of this complex of buildings are the Gothic sections and the tower. In May 1945, the Nazis set fire to the building as their last act during the occupation, but most of the damage has been repaired. The clock originated from the beginning of the 15th century and, every hour, the Twelve Apostles (added in 1490) move across just above the clock face, bowing to the crowd on the square. Finally, the clock strikes the hour. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 For Jewish services |
Cervena 3 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2481 9456 |
Services are conducted weekdays at 8a, Friday and Saturdays at sundown and also on Saturdays at 9a. From the Old Town Square, walk down Parizska and about halfway on the left-hand side is Cervena street. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ancient watchtower and arsenal |
Namesti Republiky Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 7 2406 3723 |
This monumental gate (just to the left of the Municipal House) dates from 1475 and was rebuilt at the end of the 19th century. Renovated in the mid-1990s, the gold fixtures stand out brilliantly against the tower, now darkened to a coal gray from years of exposure to the elements. Originally used for storing armaments and gunpowder and to guard the entrance to the Old Town, it is now one of only two such towers remaining from the original thirteen. Inside is a small historical exhibition that traces the architecture of the building over the centuries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Moorish magnificence |
Vezenská 1 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2171 1511 (Jewish Museum) http://www.jewishmuseum.cz/ |
This is the site where the Jewish Museum's historical displays continue the story up to the modern day. The exhibits are mostly books, photographs and documents covering the eighteenth century beginnings of Jewish emancipation and enlightenment, the period of assimilation in the nineteenth century, the catastrophe brought about by Hitler and his willing executioners and post-war efforts to revitalize the community. The synagogue itself dates back to 1868. It is a dazzling Moorish-style structure and its two-level, domed hall can be said to be one of the city's most stunning interior spaces. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eighteenth-century construction |
Staromestske namesti Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2171 4444 (Tourist information) |
Don't confuse this church with the other St. Nicholas, in Mala Strana. The eighteenth-century, twin-towered edifice of this church looks larger from the outside than it really is. The constraint on space meant that the towers were placed on the long, southern flank of the church rather than, as is usually done, on the shorter western façade. This church has a gorgeous late-baroque interior and concerts here often centre around the massive organ at the rear. Concerts are held daily in the summer. Note that the musicians usually stand out of sight in the organ loft. The acoustics here are superb enough to make even a middling soprano sound great. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The theatre of the estates |
Ovocny Trh Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 224 227 981 http://www.estatestheatre.cz/ |
This theatre is the oldest theatre building in Prague. Count F. A. Nostic built the classicist structure with a richly decorated edifice between the years 1781 and 1783. There was extensive reconstruction work undertaken in the late 1980's and the theatre reopened in 1991. The theatre's early performances were works by W. A. Mozart and, since then, it has always been closely associated with the great composer. In December 1834 the song "Kde domov muj" (Where Is My Home) was played here for the first time, later becoming the Czech National Anthem. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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