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Since 1992, the extensive historic centre of Prague has been designated a World Heritage Site, making the city one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. 

What to see in Prague

Prague castle - is the largest castle complex in the world, so leave plenty of time to visit it! Inside you will find the old Royal Palace, the story of the castle, the Basilica of St George, Golden Lane and the Daliborka Tower. And also St Vitus Cathedral and Column Hall, Spanish Hall and Vladislav Hall with it organic columns - looking like it was grown and not built. Plus numerous  gardens. 

                                                       St Georges Monastry Prague Castle 

Old Town Square - Located between Wenceslas Square and the Charles Bridge, Prague's Old Town Square is very popular with tourists in the summer and winter.

Wenceslas Square - is the iconic heart of the city where many historic events have taken place.

Charles Bridge - Prague's historic bridge - started in the 14th century on the directions of Charles IV, it took over forty years to complete. 

The Old New Synagogue - situated in Josefov, Prague, is Europe's oldest active synagogue. Completed in 1270 in gothic style. 

Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague - decorative and applied arts.

The Metronome - is a giant, functional metronome located overlooking the Vltava River and the city center of Prague.

The Mucha Museum - showing the Art Nouveau works of Alfons Mucha. 

Vyšehrad Castle - is located in the in the outskirts of Prague, built in the 10th century, on a hill over the Vltava River.

Prague Zoo - houses around 4500 animals in 100 plus acres. 

 

 
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