Underneath the astronomical dial of Staroměstský orloj a gorgeous, historically very precious calendar is to be found. Besides the signs of the Zodiac the calendar determines the individual days and months but also the significant church holidays. The calendar contains allegories with pastoral theme. We will explain now how the whole calendar works. » More »
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On this website you will find the well-arranged and topically elaborated educational tourist tracks through Prague which you can get FOR FREE as printed guides or download electronically FOR FREE. Everyone will find the suitable tracks including the most popular tourist sights – no matter if you are coming for the first or second time to Prague. And those of you devoted visitors will find more topically oriented tracks, detailed descriptions of the sights, mysterious Prague corners and other specials. So you can simply and quickly prepare a unique Prague trip for your family or friends. You will also find here recommendations of interesting Prague cultural events, extensive photo galleries which will perfectly introduce the places you want to visit to you, maps of the individual tracks and information on people who used to live in Prague and left here their indelible trace behind or on the fables and legends which add to Prague its unrepeatable mysterious magic. You will not find it anywhere else. Download, have fun and explore Prague on your own!
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20. 1. 2012
Old Town Astronomical Clock – the astronomical dial
Understanding all the functions of the Old Town Astronomical Clock(czech: Orloj) is very difficult. With help of its numerous components, indicators and symbols it is not just possible to determine the time but, for instance, also the current Zodiacal sign, positions of the Sun or Moon and many more facts. To help you understand the Old Town astronomical Clock better we will teach you to recognize some of its functions. » More »
19. 1. 2012
The Old Town Astronomical Clock – what is hidden inside
The Old Town Astronomical Clock works with help of many toothed wheels and little wheels that make the individual devices and appliances move. These parts together create the technical centre of the clock on which its function depends completely. Let´s learn more about this sophisticated system now. » More »
2. 1. 2012
Old Town Square – Marian Column and Prague Meridian
Historical pictures of Staroměstské náměstí (Old Town Square) look a bit different compared to its current appearance. It is mainly caused by the missing Marian Column which used to stand it the middle of the square in the past. We will also learn about the Prague Meridian which used to serve for masuring time. » More »
2. 1. 2012
Old Town Square events – historical events
Staroměstské náměstí (Old Town Square) is a place where numerous events of a great importance for our country´s history had taken place. Do you know what the crosses in the pavement close to Staroměstská radnice (Old Town Hall) stand for? Let´s learn more about the history of the Hussite period and the Bohemian (Estates) Rebellion. » More »
2. 1. 2012
The Old Town Square – modern events
The Old Town Square has always been a place where people were gathering, uttering their opinions and fighting for theit rights. The situation was not different in the previous century. At the end of WW2 the Old Town Square was the scene of the resistance against the Nazi regime. Unfortunatelly it was also the place where the communists declared the takeover of the power in Czechoslovakia. » More »
6. 12. 2011
Old Town Hall – development of a historical gem
Every day thousands of tourists hurry to see the building which has been the main view point of the square for centuries. Yes, it is the Old Town Hall with the famous Astronomical Clock. Join us and discover the secret and development of this historical building. » More »
6. 12. 2011
The unrecognized Old Town Hall
What actually is there behind the Old Town Hall walls? That is a frequent question that will come to you during your walk through Old Town Square (czech: Staroměstské náměstí). We will help you solve this puzzle today and believe that you will be pleasantly surprised. » More »
6. 12. 2011
The Old Town in Prague
The Old Town in Prague is doubtlessly the most visited and the most beautiful part of Prague. This historical centre full of significant sights or the most expensive Prague´s stores or restaurants ranks among the most popular tourist tracks. The historical Royal Route passing through the Old Town will introduce the most important monuments to you. Let´s explore the beauties of the city of Prague in its very heart.
20. 11. 2011
History of the Old Town Square
Prague is the Mother of Cities and the Old Town Square is the Prague´s heart. When the tourists see this pictoresque place for the first time they think it is a scene. Staromák as the square is familiarly called is really a remarkable place where the history of the whole country had been written. » More »
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