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Until
about 1800, Prague was actually 4
distinct towns with four town squares separated by fortified walls.
These 4 areas are unique destinations: Castle Quarter on the hill with
the cathedral, monastery and royal palace; Little Quarter, a Baroque
town of homes and gardens; Old Town, the ancient commercial area and
site of the Jewish community; and New Town, the working class district
originating in the 14th century.
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Kampa Island features river access, a new art gallery, parks
and pubs and typifies the pleasant fun-to-wander old section of
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This view of Wenceslas Square,
(named for the statue of King Wenceslas) is from the steps of
the National Museum. Wenceslas Square has been a gathering place
for Czechs and a stage for modern Czech history. It was here
that Czechs claimed their freedom from the Soviets in 1989. It
is from these steps that the author and (later president) Havel
addressed the Czech people.
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Prague attracts many
visitors from around the world including these Hare Krishnas. |
The changing of the guards at the Royal Summer Palace attracts
little attention.
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Getting around Prague is easy, using its modern, efficient
and cheap subway system. Unless you can read the Czech street
signs, driving is best left to others.
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Jordan and Erich explore a modern art installation in one of
the squares of New Town near the Powder Tower, the National
Theatre and Municipal House.
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