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Prague is called the city of hundreds of towers, and the towers are the best viewing platforms in Prague. But you don’t have to climb all one hundred towers to admire the magical panoramas of the Czech capital. We have chosen for you the best observation platforms in Prague, climbed them (and in different time years) and did beautiful photos. And all you have to do is choose which one you like best! Well, or climb all four, because the views from them are simply breathtaking!


The best observation decks in Prague: contents of the article

Old Town Hall

– the main attraction of the Old Town. One of the pearls of this square is the 14th-century town hall with the famous Prague Astronomical Clock and a Gothic tower. The height of the tower is 69.5 meters, and at 59 meters there is one of the best observation platforms Prague from panoramic view 360 degrees. From here you have a beautiful view of many of the city's attractions and even Prague Castle. The entrance ticket costs 250 CZK.

You can go up to the observation deck by elevator, but it’s better to go down on foot. Moreover, it is not steps that lead down, but inclined slabs. Eternal twilight, ancient stones underfoot, walls blackened by time - the atmosphere in Prague City Hall is truly mystical and even a little creepy!

I immediately remember Eastern European legends about sorcerers, villains and ghouls... However, in this regard it is not unique. At one time, for work, I was in the mayors of various Russian cities, and I responsibly declare: even without the Gothic style, they are no less creepy, and the ghouls are real.

By the way, the Old Town Hall is the only observation deck we went up to in winter. We climbed to all other observation platforms in Prague either in the summer or in the golden autumn (that is, with a difference of one day, because the weather in Prague in October is constantly changing). Therefore, what awaits you ahead is not just beautiful, but also various photos of Prague from a bird’s eye view!

In Prague, all roads lead to the Old Town Square and the famous Town Hall. So they brought us.

Snow-covered red roofs, towers and spiers of Prague Castle - this is exactly what a winter fairy tale looks like!

In the background is the Powder Tower, in the background is the Žižkov TV Tower. There is also a high-altitude view there, but it doesn’t match the best observation decks in Prague - it’s too far from the main attractions.

Tyn Temple (Temple of the Virgin Mary before Tyn) is the main Gothic cathedral on the right bank of the Vltava.

: view from the Old Town Hall on Nove Mesto.

Old Town Bridge Tower (Charles Bridge)

The Old Town Bridge Tower is only 500 meters from the town hall, but the view from here is completely different. This Gothic tower adorns the entrance to the right bank of the Vltava. The height of the tower is 47 meters, and the observation deck is located 39 meters from the ground. In my opinion, it is quite worthy to top the rating of “Best observation decks in Prague”. After all, it is from here that you can take canonical photos that decorate every second postcard with views of Prague: Vltava, red roofs Malaya Strana and above all this beauty is Prague Castle with the magnificent St. Vitus Cathedral. By the way, the most famous temple in the Czech Republic and the Old Town Bridge Tower (and at the same time the Charles Bridge) were built by the same architect - Petr Parler. All these masterpieces were created in the 14th century.

And the observation deck on the Old Town Tower of Charles Bridge is one of the most accessible in Prague. In all senses. Firstly, there are only 138 steps leading there (299 to the Petřín Tower). Secondly, a ticket here costs only 100 CZK.

According to the decree of Charles IV, the Old Town Tower should complete the architectural ensemble of Charles Bridge to decorate the selfies of guests from the East.

Previously, part of this tower was occupied by a prison. Noticeable, right?

The usual number of tourists on the Charles Bridge even in low season. And it's not evening yet!

Dear readers, if anyone knows, tell me the name of the clock tower in the photo!

If you turn away from the Vltava, you have a beautiful view of Stare Mesto with the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in the foreground.

And here is the long-awaited canonical photo of Prague. Vltava, Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral and golden autumn. Whatever you want, I'll stay.

Petrin Hill and Petrin Tower

Can you imagine, the Petřín Tower was built in late XIX centuries! So we were surprised to find out how old this brilliant high-tech design is. However, for Prague, any building under 300 years old is a new building. It’s not without reason that the Petřín Tower is so similar to the Eiffel – it was after visiting Paris that Czech tourists proposed building something similar in Prague. No sooner said than done: if the main attraction of France was born in 1889, then the Petřín Tower was built just two years later and in just five months.

The Pershin Tower rises on the left bank of the Vltava at the top of the hill of the same name. The height of Petrin Hill is 327 meters, the tower is 80 meters, the observation deck is located at a height of 55 meters. You can go up to it by funicular, and to the tower by elevator. But if you have at least a little health, time, free space in the camera's memory (underline as appropriate), we strongly advise you to climb both there and there on foot. The road up the hill winds along paths beautiful park, at every step there are stunning views of the Old city, then to Prague Castle. And it leads to the observation deck of the Petrin Tower spiral staircase , where not even glass separates you from falling into a beautiful view - only metal structures, through which it is very convenient to look and shoot. Price entrance ticket

– 150 CZK.

You can go up to Petřín Hill by cable car. But it’s better to take a walk along the winding paths of the beautiful park.

Moreover, there are such beautiful views along the way.

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And even these! What awaits us at the observation deck of the Petřín Tower?

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: Strahov Monastery is especially beautiful in autumn. Opens from the Petřín Tower best view

to Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral.

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From here you can see not only the Old Town, but even Zizkov with the famous TV tower.
- It should be me in his place!

— If you get drunk on Seven Bullets beer at the Ferdinanda restaurant, you will!

Letensky Gardens Letenské Sady (“Air Gardens” in Czech) and without any observation platforms is one of for a holiday in Prague. This huge park is located on a hill on the left bank of the Vltava. Shady alleys and sunny lawns, the famous Prague Metronome and the oldest carousel in Europe, cozy restaurants and playgrounds... Tourists love to come here to relax after walking around the Old Town and the Jewish Quarter; from the Old New Synagogue to the Metronome is no more than a 10-minute walk. And the Letensky Gardens were included in the list of “the best observation decks in Prague” due to the fact that from here there is a beautiful view not only of the Old Town and the Vltava, but also of all its bridges.

There are several observation platforms in Leten Gardens with beautiful panoramas, one of them is located near the already mentioned (twice) Metronome. But still the best view is from the observation deck near the Ganava Pavilion. This beautiful yellowish building was built at the end of the 19th century and now houses a restaurant. Expensive restaurant. And the observation deck is open for you 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, completely free of charge!

Letensky Gardens are not only the best observation decks in Prague with views of all its bridges, but also a wonderful place for walks.

The same Hanavsky Pavilion, which offers a beautiful view of the Old Town and the Vltava.

From the observation deck at the Hanavsky Pavilion you can see six bridges of Prague at once.

Another famous bridge Prague - Chekhov's Bridge - is located directly under the Letensky Gardens and connects them with the Old Town.

The best viewpoints in Prague offer you a wonderful view... of each other. In the center of the frame is the Old Town Bridge Tower.

Bonus: Visegrad observation deck

In the title, we promised to show you the four best observation decks in Prague, but we couldn’t restrain ourselves and still added the Vysehrad fortress here out of competition. The observation deck is located in the western part of the Visegrad Garden, above the river itself. Yes, I agree, the view from here is not as stunning as from the four views described above. But firstly, it is also very, very worthy: the blue of the beautiful Vltava with the island of Imperial Meadow splashes at your feet, and in the background you risk seeing four or five bridges, headed by Prague Castle in the north. Secondly, there is not one, but two observation platforms: one on the hill above the Vltava, the second on the opposite edge of the park overlooking the Old and New Place. Thirdly, you can come here in any weather: on foggy days, the slopes of the Prague hills disappearing into a mystical haze look even more mysterious. And fourthly, it's completely free! Besides, you’ll be going to Visegrad anyway, so why not combine business with pleasure. What does “I won’t go” mean, you’re just not yet

Vysehrad observation deck overlooking New town located at the very entrance from the Stone Gate. You won't pass by!

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Excursions with visits to observation platforms

Prague observation decks can be visited either independently or as part of an excursion. There are many good Russian guides in Prague who will not only tell you a lot interesting stories, but they will also show Prague from a bird's eye view. Here are a few programs from the excursion site Tripster.ru, which include viewing platforms with beautiful views:

So much has already been written and told about Prague that I don’t want to bore you with another list of attractions and various historical narratives. Today I’ll just show views of Prague from different observation platforms and briefly tell you about them. If you are in doubt whether it is worth coming here, perhaps this post of mine will help you make a final decision. Personally, what I remember and liked most about Prague was its hilly location and views from different points of the city. Enjoy!


1. We rented an apartment relatively close to Žižkov TV Tower, so we went to her first. Exactly this high building not only Prague, but throughout the Czech Republic (260 m.)

2. Unfortunately, the observation deck is not at the very top, but only at a level of 93 meters, but the views from it offer stunning views

3. The observation point is open from 8 a.m. until midnight; you can go up by elevator

4. Admission is paid, it costs 230 Czech crowns (almost 700 rubles), quite a lot, you’ll agree

5. The main disadvantage is that the entire observation area is fenced off, there is no access to the street at all, so you have to admire the city through dirty and cloudy glass (for such an entrance price they could have washed it, I think)

6. And one of the advantages is a 360 degree view

7. View from Charles Bridge, one of the main attractions of the city

8. Admission is free;)

9. Next lookout - Petřín Tower, the ascent is also paid, it costs 120 CZK (360 rubles), there is no elevator, so you have to go up on foot, the observation decks are on two levels

10. The tower itself is not very high (only 80 meters, including the antenna), but since it is on top of a hill, the views from it are excellent

11. The viewing room has windows from which you can take normal pictures without fear of dirty glass

12. Prague is a very green city

13. In the center of the frame is the Charles Bridge, it may be hard to see here, but there are a lot of people there, the whole bridge is literally packed with people

14. Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral

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16. The giant Strahov Stadium can accommodate 220 thousand (!) spectators, seats, however, only 56 thousand. The stadium was built in 1926. At one time, both sporting and cultural events were held here, for example, rock legends such as the Rolling Stones, Guns N' Roses, Pink Floyd, U2, AC/DC and many others performed here.

17. In the center of the frame is the Žižkov TV Tower, which we have already visited, look how taller it is than the other buildings around

18. All of Prague at a glance

19. Descending from Petřín Hill you can sit on a bench absolutely free to admire the views of the city, which are not much inferior to those that open from the tower

20. You can also come to the fortress absolutely free Visegrad and enjoy the panorama of the area and the leisurely flow of the Vltava River, which both tourists and local residents enjoy with pleasure

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23. View towards the city from the other side of the Visegrad fortress

24. There is another fortress in the city - Prague Castle, this is the view from its walls, entry is again free, the only thing is that the guards will ask you to open your backpack and show its contents

25. Not far from Prague Castle there are Khotkov Gardens, in themselves are not memorable in anything special, but in some places you can see something like this. The city is like a toy

By the way, the title photo for this post is a view from one of the hills in the park Latna, near Prague Metronome, on the site of which there used to be a monument to Dzhugashvili (Stalin).

26. Photos below from the same park

27. These are not all the observation platforms that are in Prague, but even having gone around the above, I really liked the city. On some of them you just want to sit and enjoy, drinking water/coffee/beer/wine (choose according to the situation), it’s even better if your loved one shares this moment with you, but single people will also like it here

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The fact that tourists go on the road to see and experience the world with their own eyes is beyond doubt. In addition to the sights themselves, harmonious views are also important, in search of which travelers are ready to climb wherever they can get without breaking the law, preferably higher. Houses and towers, cathedrals and bell towers, hills and steep banks are suitable for observation. Some of the landscapes found become generally recognized symbols of the place. Prague has everything you need for tourists, photographers and simply beauty lovers. Expanses that delight the eye open from the steep banks of the Vltava in the area of ​​the Letensky Gardens, from the rocky promontory of Prague Castle, from the high hills of Petřín and Vyšehrad. The most famous cathedrals and towers are not left out - the bell tower of St. Vitus, bridges and fortress towers, as well as the town hall - there are observation platforms everywhere. Like most capitals, the Žižkov TV tower also has its own observation gallery. What are the best viewpoints to visit in Prague?

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The first observation deck is located directly above the Chekhov Bridge, where in the middle of the 20th century there was a monument to Stalin, and now a huge metronome is mounted. A staircase is provided for access from the embankment. From the height of Letensky Hill, four bridges over the Vltava are clearly visible: Stefanikov, Chekhov, Manesov and Karlov; the building of the Ministry of Industry, the building of Charles University and the Rudolfinum on the right bank. A little further is the Jewish Quarter, behind which rise the Gothic towers of the Old Town - the Tyn Temple and the Old Town Hall are clearly visible.

If you walk along the Letensky Garden a little upstream of the Vltava, near the Ganava Pavilion in front of the cast-iron fence there will be another observation deck. From this point the most famous photos Prague bridges, which have become recognized symbols of the city. In the southern direction there are six noticeable bridges: Manesov, Karlov, Legionov, Jiraskow, Palacki and Vyshegradsky railway, in the west there are three more. The roofs of the Straka Academy are green under the hill; on the right bank of the Vltava you can see the Old Town, Clementium and the golden crown over the dome of the National Theater.

The next point for exploring Prague is on the same left bank, even higher upstream of the Vltava. In Prague Castle, strong-willed tourists will face a serious test - climbing the Great South Tower of St. Vitus Cathedral. The entrance is located to the left of the Golden Gate, three hundred steps lead up to a height of almost 100 meters along a narrow staircase, entrance is paid, and there is no elevator. The hardships of the journey are compensated by the incredibly beautiful panoramas of both the cathedral itself and the surrounding area. In addition to Prague Castle, Lesser Town with red roofs and green gardens, Petrin Hill and Kampa Island are clearly visible, Charles Bridge appears from an unusual angle, and Vysehrad is already visible in the distance.

The observation decks of Prague are very popular among tourists; they are always crowded with visitors. If you want to enjoy meditative contemplation ancient city in silence, welcome to the Strahov Monastery. On the southern side of the monastery, a place was organized not so long ago, not very known to travelers. From the concrete platform, surrounded by greenery, three historical places of Prague are visible at once: Prague Castle, the Old Town and Petrin Hill.

From the site near the Strahov Monastery, the spire of the Petrin Tower is clearly visible. The steel structure at the top of the hill of the same name was specially erected as an observation point. For more than a hundred years, visitors have been admiring Prague from one of the highest points in the city. The tower has two observation platforms, the first at a height of 20 meters, the second at 55 meters. Add to this about 300 meters of the hill's own height, and enjoy views of everything historical places Bird's eye view of Prague: Petrin Hill, Prague Castle, Staro Mesto. In good weather, you can see the Gothic spiers of the Peter and Paul Cathedral in Visegrad in the distance. The entrance to the tower is paid, there is an elevator, but even three hundred gentle steps are not so difficult to overcome.

The ancient Charles Bridge, built in the 15th century, is amazingly beautiful from all sides. You can see it from a new perspective from the gallery of one of the Lesser Town towers. At the base of the Great Malostranska Bridge Tower is open tourist centre, from there, along a wooden staircase running along the wall, you can go out to the gate arch, and also climb up to the open gallery (height 26 meters). The lancet windows offer one of the best views of the Charles Bridge.

On the opposite side of the Charles Bridge in the Old Town is the Old Town Bridge Tower, which also has an observation deck. To climb to a height of 40 meters you will have to overcome 138 stone steps. If you look to the west, from the open gallery you can see Petřín Hill, the Vltava rifts, Charles Bridge and Prague Castle. In the evening the sun sets in this direction, sunset photos will be absolutely stunning. Since the height of the site is not very high, from it you can see in detail: the clock tower of the water tower in the south; the dome of the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi and the Baroque facade of the Church of St. Salvator in the north; the spiers and roofs of the Old Town to the east.

Prague is one of the most wonderful capitals in Europe. This city has undergone a lot in its lifetime, has seen a lot, and has something to show its many guests. Everyone begins to get to know the city in their own way, and it depends on him. But all visitors to Prague, without exception, need to take a look at the city as a whole, without this it is difficult to form a correct idea of ​​it.

For this purpose, special observation platforms are provided, built as independent objects of urban architecture, or using already existing historical buildings and structures as a basis.

So, we present to you 11 observation decks offering beautiful views of Prague. It is in these places that you get the best photographs of the roofs of Prague houses, as well as the sights from above.


The observation decks near the walls of Prague Castle are considered the best when it comes to the quality of the views on either side, and the number of tourists who want to take advantage of this opportunity proves this.


View from Prague Castle observation deck

Here the walls themselves are used as a basis. Observation platforms are located next to the fortress wall and allow you to view both the New and Old Towns in detail. In the distance you can see the domes rising above the city roofs, and even the sharp towers that are located on.

Object 2. Tower of St. Nicholas Cathedral (Malostranska Square)

In Prague there are two cathedrals in honor of St. Nicholas, or Mikulas, as the Czechs affectionately pronounce his name. One temple is located on Old Town Square, but we are not talking about it. But the second one is the same one. And there is also an observation deck on its tower. The tower itself only stands close to the cathedral, but has no relation to it. It was built and always served as a security facility. Is the enemy approaching the walls of the city, has there been a fire inside these walls, and in general - is everything all right in the glorious city? In case of discovery of a source of disaster, the tower had a bell to alert the population. These were the functions the tower performed, that is, it was an object, one of many, that guaranteed the city a safe existence. Unfortunately, she herself became a victim of a fire that happened in 1925. Everything that could burn burned, but the bell survived. Now the tower has retired and has the honorable function of showing off the city. To do this, it was equipped with a balcony, which rises 65 meters, and under the balcony the tower is decorated with a clock. From the balcony, guests of Prague can survey the surroundings and admire the rooftops, looking at them from an unusual height.

Object 3. Old Town Hall Tower

The tower is also famous for its chimes, which, unfortunately, can only be heard from inside it. But it's worth listening to them, because they remember this great amount different melodies, so that no one could hear the same melody twice. From the observation deck of the tower you can see the Old Town, and also Wenceslas Square, which lies below in all its glory.

Object 5. Bridge towers of Charles Bridge


Lesser Town Bridge Towers

The bridge towers of Charles Bridge stand on both sides. This is on the western side of the Charles Bridge, and on the eastern side.

Old Town Bridge Tower

It was through the Old Town Tower, or rather, under its arch, that the Czech kings passed on their way to Prague Castle. There are 136 steps leading to its observation deck, and having climbed them, you can admire an extraordinary view both to the west, to the same Malostranskie bridge towers and the Charles Bridge itself, and to the east, to the Old Town. There are two Malostranska towers, they are different in height and architecture, and are connected by an arch. The towers mark the beginning of Mostecka Street, and Mala Strana begins behind them.


View from the Old Town Bridge Tower

On high tower there is a whole observation gallery, which is reached by 146 steps. From this gallery you can clearly see both the Church of St. Nicholas and the entire complex of buildings of Prague Castle.

Object 6. Powder Tower or Powder Gate

There is another object from the observation deck of which you can admire the Old Town and Old Town Square. This is - or rather - Powder Gate, whose height is 65 meters. The tower has a very stern appearance; it is decorated with church scenes, images of saints, as well as sculptures of ancient Czech rulers involved in its construction. The fact is that the tower began to be built back in the 15th century, as one of the entrances to the Old Town. But - times have changed, the construction of the gate - the entrance to the Old Town - lost its relevance and, in the end, stopped, although a lot of effort and money was invested in the decoration of the structure.

Currently, the tower has been given a pseudo-Gothic style; an observation deck has been created at a height of 44 meters, to which 186 steps lead. And they called her Porokhova only because at one point she difficult history gunpowder was temporarily stored in it.

Object 7. Vysehrad

One of the significant monuments of the history of the Czech Republic is the fortress. This old castle, built in the 10th century, concentrated memories of perhaps the most romantic page in the history of the Czech Republic, but at the same time, the most significant, associated with the origins of Czech statehood. It was from this fortress that Princess Libushe looked at young Prague and promised her glory and prosperity. And so it happened, Prague flourished and became famous, and in the 19th century Vysehrad itself was absorbed by it, and became just one of its districts. Several platforms have been built in the fortress, from which, like Princess Libusha, you can look at the panorama of the city - and wish it glory and prosperity.

Object 8. Ganavi Pavilion

This is very interesting object which is called . In addition to being extremely interesting from an architectural point of view, it also has its own industrial history. It was built in Prague in 1891 as one of the exhibits of the Zemstvo Industrial Exhibition, as one of the pavilions for the exhibition of a metallurgical plant located in Hanava. Having proven to be the most interesting engineering and architectural structure, after the end of the exhibition it was donated to the city of Prague, disassembled, and then reassembled, but in . After a lengthy renovation, it was restored to its original exceptional appearance and now houses a restaurant.


View from the Ganava Pavilion

From this restaurant you can spend hours watching views of Prague Castle and the majestic Vltava. This opportunity is widely used by artists, and the flow of them does not thin out over time.

Object 9. Tower of St. Vitus Cathedral

Tower, the most famous in Prague, which is considered the largest of its many cathedrals. The observation deck is located on the southern tower, which reaches a height of 96.5 meters. The site is, of course, lower, but not much. There are 300 steps leading there, and not everyone can overcome them. But for those who spare no effort, the view opens up to be truly unforgettable. Both Old Prague and New Prague - here they are, lying below, clearly visible.


View from St. Vitus Cathedral

You can admire for a long time the round dance of multi-colored roofs with a predominance of red and brown colors, look for familiar buildings from an unusual angle, at first you can only guess, and then joyfully recognize them.

Object 10. Žižkov TV Tower

Built between 1985 and 1992. This is the tallest building in the Czech Republic, reaching a height of 216 meters. The tower received negative reviews the international community on three parameters: for the location, since during its construction the Jewish cemetery, at least part of it, was destroyed; for increasing electromagnetic background; for violation of general architectural ensemble, characteristic of Prague. In addition, it was given the status of the ugliest building, which did not make Prague residents happy. The appearance of the tower has undergone significant changes after such a rigorous assessment, and now the tower consists of three concrete pillars that serve as the basis for transverse platforms that accommodate both a room for television equipment and a cafe, a restaurant, a single-stay hotel and - three observation decks sites. The tower was eventually given the appearance of a rocket frozen before launching into the sky. The more extravagant they look climbing its supports. The restaurant is located at an altitude of 60 meters, and the observation decks are at an altitude of 93 meters. Both there and there can be reached by elevator. From any of the observation platforms there is a view that cannot be described in words, but which you just need to see. They say that you can see a 100 km radius with one glance. It's even hard to imagine this in reality.

Object 11. Petrin Tower

Which is the highest point in Prague. She is also called Eiffel Tower, only Prague, since it really resembles its French counterpart in outline. The height of the tower itself is not a record for Prague buildings, only 80 meters, and even the upper observation deck of the two available in the tower is at a height of only 55 meters. It would seem that this is not a record, but the location factor comes into force here - 318 meters high. The total height of the hill and the tower makes it possible to see from the observation deck even such an object as the Krkonose Mountains, which are 150 km from Prague. You can climb to the observation decks either by a paid elevator or by stairs that go around the tower in a spiral. Climbing the stairs is not an easy job, but it’s interesting to watch how with each turn the horizon moves away, and the area below becomes more and more shallow, like a model, like a toy.


View from Petřín Tower

And the gardens at the foot of the tower seem soft and fluffy from above, and the trees are no longer distinguishable. You can access these gardens from below using an ancient structure that has been doing its job for more than 130 years. Having climbed the hill, you can go to the Nebozizek restaurant, sit at a table facing the window, and watch the Vltava and the majestic Charles Bridge. And, leaving the restaurant, proceed further to where, in an extraordinary rose garden, divided into three dissimilar parts, countless rose inflorescences will enchant you with their beauty. By the way, the rose garden is visible from the observation platforms of the Petřín Tower, and makes a great impression on the observer.

So, Prague seen from above, from different positions, and perhaps from different points of view. Prague, with its cityscapes, sometimes gothic, gloomy and austere, sometimes openly urban, and sometimes lyrical, with a hint of slight melancholy. It is different for everyone, and everyone sees it in their own way. But there is a certain substance in it that has the same effect on both the cynical skeptic and the sincere romantic, and even the vulgar materialist is susceptible to the influence of this substance, although he will never admit it. What is this special charm, invincible and irresistible, that so influences the guests of the city? Who knows what to call it, and who cares? It’s simple - come to Prague, you’ll understand everything yourself.

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Prague - amazing city. And it surprises, first of all, because everyone without exception likes it! Paris seems too sweet and “pop” to many; London is criticized for its primness, fogs and the exchange rate of the pound; Venice is disliked for its crowds Asian tourists and the smells of muddy canals. but he immediately falls in love with himself, jumping out from around the corner and wounding the traveler who arrived there in the very heart - as Mikhail Bulgakov used to say, “that’s how lightning strikes, that’s how a Finnish knife strikes.” It only remains to add: Prague is so amazing...

Rowan tiled roofs, green crowns of copper towers, Gothic spiers piercing the sky with a religious needle - all this opens up to the insatiable gaze of a tourist, as soon as he climbs a hill, a tower or a bell tower. The main thing is to know where to climb.

OLD TOWN BRIDGE TOWER

This tower is located exactly at the beginning of Charles Bridge, if you walk around Prague from east to west. In general, it is better to come to the Charles Bridge itself early in the morning, when the sun has already risen, but the tourists who have arrived have not. But in order to climb the Old Town Tower, it’s worth returning to this very bridge one more time (since at 7 o’clock in the morning the Czech lady selling tickets to the top will also still be sleeping, and you won’t be able to climb anywhere).

The Old Town Tower itself has a rather gloomy and stern appearance - of course, since centuries before the 17th century one could see the heads of criminals executed earlier on it. Now, of course, there is nothing like that, but the tower itself makes the tourist stop in front of it in order to examine every detail, every curl with an open mouth - this is such a simple everyday form of admiration for the beautiful. From the observation deck of this tower you can see how the bank of the Vltava at the foot of the Lesser Town towers licks the western edge of the Charles Bridge, how Prague Castle peeks out from behind the trees, how Gothic cathedrals proudly rise in the sky. Wow!

PRAGUE CASTLE

Once in Prague Castle, do not rush to run to Zlata Street or to the Toy Museum. Stop for a moment and turn around to see the rows of Prague bridges, the bluish-green roof of St. Nicholas Church, the orange geometry of houses buried in greenery, and a little further away - the Petrin Tower, the Czech sister of the Eiffel. The entrance gate of Prague Castle is, of course, not the most high point in the surrounding area, but you have to start somewhere!

ST. VITUS CATHEDRAL


And also Wenceslas and Vojtech - this is one cathedral, and not three, as one might initially think. The cathedral is located on a hill, so no matter where you go, it will be watching you closely. But sooner or later your feet will still lead you here, because in Prague all roads lead to St. Vitus Cathedral. The cathedral is incredibly beautiful, and at first you can’t even believe that this is the creation of human hands.

You can climb the bell tower of the cathedral, spending a few euros and a certain amount of energy on it - a narrow spiral staircase leads up. And if, having finally climbed the stairs, you can still breathe calmly and evenly, believe me: this is only until the moment you look out of the window of the bell tower.

The view is truly breathtaking! And without that fabulous Prague It begins to seem like a toy and so dear that you want to put it in your pocket and take it with you forever. In addition, from above you can get a better look at the cathedral itself: its patterned roof, crabs and cruciferous flowers on the pinnacles, carved vaults, stained glass lancet windows and candy-like copper cockerels sitting on stick spiers. If you're lucky, from the bell tower you'll see the changing of the guard taking place in the square below.

VRTBOVSKY GARDEN

Located in the Lesser Town part of Prague, this small cozy garden, seeming to be a mini-version of Versailles, is a real find for the inquisitive mind and greedy eye of the traveler. In such a lovely baroque garden of the Italian type, Alice and her Wonderland could live forever. There are few visitors and many good spots for beautiful photos. And from here you have the best view of the Church of St. Nicholas.

PETRSIN HILL


The same hill from which, according to ancient legends, Princess Libushe, the ancestor of the Přemyslid dynasty, predicted the birth of the capital of the Czech Republic - Prague. The already mentioned Petrin Tower, built at the end of the 19th century. inspired by Eiffel, from the point of view good review Prague will interest us most here. From a height of 60 meters you can take pictures that are as beautiful as souvenir postcards. All you have to do is print them out on good paper, sign them and give them to your friends.

OLD TOWN TOWN HALL


The same famous town hall with the astronomical clock adored by tourists (not to be confused with the Old Town Bridge Tower!). The Old Town Hall Tower is good because it has an elevator, so neither you nor your grandmother will suffer from another climb somewhere up. The height here is 70 meters, and this is quite enough to make you gasp again when you go up, even if before that you thought that you had already seen everything in Prague. From here you have the best view of the Church of the Virgin Mary in front of Tyn, whose organ is the oldest of all in Prague. It is these two Gothic turrets that adorn any guide to Prague. Why are you worse than guidebook photographers?

Prague is like a box of beads and buttons found at your mother's: you never know what interesting things you will find there. The list of viewpoints listed here is certainly not exhaustive, so walk around Prague, explore and make your own extraordinary discoveries!

Alexandra Tylets looked at Prague with you

 

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