Or, perhaps you know it as the “Heart of Europe”? Or, “Rome of the North”? "The Golden City"?
Prague, one of the most beautiful cities of Europe and a UNESCO heritage site was nicknamed “City of One Hundred Spires” in the 19th century by mathematician, Bernard Bolzano. His math was off. There are between 500 and 1000 spires, depending on who’s counting in this unique and historical city.
Prague’s history dates from the early 9th century as a capital of Bohemia, through its significance as a seat of power of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It became the capital of Czechoslovakia and then when the country split into two, capital of the Czech Republic.
The city emerged from WWII relatively unscathed and has become one of the most visited cities in Europe. Whether you are a student of history, archeology, culture, arts, or fabulous food and drink, Prague has it all.
The Old Town Hall with the famous Prague Astronomical Clock. The winding lanes of the Jewish Quarter, which you know from the novels of Franz Kafka, steeped in the legend of the Golem. Cafes, boutiques and cruises on the Vltava. The Gothic Charles Bridge and Church of St. Nicholas in the Lesser Town, the most beautiful Baroque church in Prague. Petřín with a lookout tower reminiscent of a small Eiffel Tower and Prague Castle.
And, last but not to be missed, Czech beer. The first brewery was founded in 993 at Brevnov Monastery (those monks!) and the country currently has 400 breweries.
Are you ready to visit the City of One Hundred Spires? We have a group going in May 2018. Click here for itinerary and more information.
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