Saturday, August 22, 2009

from Prašná brána


from Prašná brána
Originally uploaded by shoko.
East Europe had been new to me, that made me decide to go to Prague in summer vacation. And throughout the trip, I finally realized that, Prague is full of authentic beauty of old European city.

Pražský hrad, the castle of Prague was initially build in 9th Century, has never been lost its venerableness, which made me sigh in front of every church decorated by stained glass (photo: Mucha's). From balcony of the ball room, you have breathtaking views of Old City Prague.

Down to the river, it is unforgettable memory to walk across Charls bridge over the river Vltava, famous for Smetana's symphonic poem. As every guidebook says, you should go Pražský orloj, and Prašná brána, and get Czech beer, but my recommendation was National Marionette Theatre where you can enjoy traditional play by leading performers. Of course I bought a jester puppet here!

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