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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.
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General information
The Old Town is situated on the right riverbank of the Vltava (eng. Moldau). This Prague district occupying the area of 129 hectars is part of the municipality Praha 1. Besides the mainland territory this Prague district also holds the nearby Střelecký ostrov (eng:Střelecký Island) resting on the river Vltava. More than ten thousand people live in the Old Town although their number seems to be much higher – due to the numerous tourists.
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History of the Old Town
In 1232 the Old Town in Prague was declared a municipality. One more town was founded in the Old Town in the 13th century – Havelské město (Gall Town). The people of the both towns were mostly German. The significance of the Old Town started to grow stronger because the local craftsmen were establishing guilds. The guilds were important medieval organizations concentrating people of the same craft who had gradually gained certain rights and positions. In the 14th century the emphasis was placed on the promotion of the Czech language therefore German started
to weaken in the Old Town. The year 1338 was fundamental for this Prague district for the town received a permit to build its own town hall. The town hall on whose tower the Old Town Astronomical Clock was placed had grown in the very centre of the Old Town – in the Old Town Square.
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PRAGUECITYLINE Prague 1
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Significant sights of the old Prague
The Old Town in Prague remained independent until 1784 because it became part of the royal capital city of Prague the same year in February. The historical centre of this part is doubtlessly formed by the Old Town Square which takes pride in plenty of significant landmarks. The most popular of them is the Old Town Hall with the unique Old Town Astronomical Clock. Further there are also several sacral view points such as St. Nicholas Church, Church of Our Lady before Týn or the nearby Ungelt. We must not also forget the Golz-Kinský Palace, Dům U kamenného zvonu (House At the Stone Bell) or the Jan Hus Memorial in the very heart of the square. The Old Town in Prague is a place through which where a fundamental part of the Royal Coronation Route passes. On the track dedicated to the Coronation Route you have an opportunity to get all information on the most important sights of the Prague´s Old Town, e.g. the Municipal House, Powder Tower, significant houses in the neighbourhood of the Old Town Square or for instance the Clementinum or Charles Bridge.
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Prague 1 still belongs to one of the most attractive parts of the whole Prague. Probably nowhere else you can find such a concentration of historic monuments and places where the history and romance of bygone times are all around you. Hardly anywhere you can walk on the same paths where were walking Franz Kafka, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and the Golem of Prague.
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PRAGUECITYLINE Prague 1
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Traditional Royal Route
Take the traditional route of Czech kings. Discover the most interesting sights of Prague. Everything is described in articles and accompanied by lots of photos. Click here to get on the page of the Royal Route.
Prague Candy Festival 2017
The sweetest festival of the year in hotel Pyramida! All the sweets lovers are meeting at 8th April 2017 from 12 till 19 pm at hotel Pyramida where the second year of Prague candy festival is held.
ONE-HOUR RIVER CRUISE
A cruise is truly one of the most delightful ways to see the beauties on offer in the historical centre of Prague. During the cruise you will get unforgettable views from the deck, refreshing drinks and a fascinating commented tour.
Old Town Square
Come with us and explore the real heart of Prague. Do you know the secret of the Old Town Astronomical Clock? Do you know where to find the Prague Meridian and the meaning of the crosses on the paving stones? Click here and explore the Old Town Square on your own!
Enjoy a beautiful view of Prague!
The roof terrace restaurant Coda is open to all lovers of great gastronomy and unique views of the city. The terrace offers a 360° view of the entire Prague and looking at all the treasures of the Golden City.
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