Statues Around Prague

Along with architecture, Prague has some of the most beautiful statues in the world. The Charles Bridge is lined with statues (that depict biblical scenes), statues are carved into buildings and are the centerpieces of every square.

Below are a few of my favorite photographs that I took of statues throughout Prague.

Prague Castle

When visiting Prague my friends and I climbed up to the Prague Castle. Prague Castle is one of the largest castles in the world and surely, one of the most remarkable European sites to visit.

The history of the Prague Castle dates back to roughly 870 when the Church of Our Lady was first built. The views of the city are incredible from the castle.

Be sure to allow at least 2-3 hours to climb to the castle and to explore the inside of the cathedral and castle grounds.

Prague Food: Kampa Park

While in Prague I was able to eat some fabulous food. My favorite dining experience was at Kampa Park.

Hailed as one of Prague's best restaurants the view is to-die-for. Located at the foot of the Charles Bridge, Kampa Park has a variety of seating options including a beautiful patio that fills up quickly during the summer.

I splurged and had poached lobster on top of a bed of risotto with a vanilla foam. There are reasonably priced options on the menu though (for the student traveler). If you plan for one expensive dinner while in Prague, I recommend Kampa Park.

The Churches of Prague

Throughout Prague churches and cathedrals dominate the skyline. One of the most visible churches is St. Vitus Cathedral which is located in the Prague Castle complex.

I found visiting St. Vitus Cathedral to be overwhelming. After all, it took nearly six centuries to complete building the Gothic masterpiece.

St. Vitus is the largest temple in Prague and houses the royal tombs of Czech kings and queens as well as patron saints.

Also pictured in the last two photographs are St. George's Basilica and St. Nicholas Church at Malostranske Namesti, respectively.

Prague at Night

Prague is a city that completely transforms at night. The frequent fog combined with foot-lit castles and cathedrals is beautiful and almost eerie.

If you are interested in photography or getting impressive pictures of your travels through Europe be sure to photograph Prague at both day and night -- different aspects of the architecture truly shine at night!

Prague Architecture

Prague (Praha) is the capital city of the Czech Republic. The city is located along the Vltava River in the middle of Bohemia.

Prague is a city of nearly 2 million people, but because it was spared massive bombing during the two World wars, it is a historic preserve for architecture from the last 1,100 years. Prague is known as the "Golden City" and the "City of a Hundred Spires" and once you climb to Prague Castle you realize why.

Czechoslovakia was created after World War I, as negotiators carved up the once great Austro-Hungarian Empire. The Germans marched in and took control of the country in 1939. The Soviet Union marched in 1945, but they hardly were liberators. It would be 1989 before the country would emerge from the Iron Curtain. In 1993, the Czech Republic and Slovakia peacefully separated into two countries.

Prague was my favorite city to visit in Europe. The well preserved architecture makes you feel as though you have stepped back in time. My peers (teens and early 20-somethings) barely remember, if they were alive at all, what it was like to live under the Iron Curtain. Prague has emerged as one of the most thriving cities in Europe and I highly recommend a visit! Allow yourself at least three days to experience all that Prague has to offer.