Prague Castle

Prague Castle is located in the heart of the Czech capital and is an ensemble of various structures, including temples and fortifications. Translated, Prague Castle sounds like a "fortress". Of course, this complex is the pride of the whole country, as well as the center of the capital and a national symbol.

At the moment, the residence of the Czech president, which is considered the largest in the world, has been established in Prague Castle. There is also an assumption that this is the largest castle in the whole world.

Prague Castle was built back in 880, but it was destroyed by fire and rebuilt in 1333 on the initiative of Charles IV. Even Princess Libushe predicted his worldwide fame. This prediction came true in the most detailed details, which everyone knows about.

This fortress has long been visited by many tourists from all over the world, because it really deserves special attention. Different architecture is concentrated here, which belongs to different eras. Near the modern Prague Castle, a guard stands solemnly at the first courtyard, which is made up of young, handsome men. They are clearly matched in height, all beautiful and personable. A particularly colorful sight is the changing of the guard, which takes place here every day at exactly noon.

Entry to the first and second courtyards is prohibited for ordinary tourists, but you can see courtyard number three, which is the oldest of them. Here, visitors are simply mesmerized by the local architecture, as well as the adjacent park area.

The main building is the Cathedral of St. Vitus, which is made in the Gothic style. This building is simply amazing, it is so beautiful, both outside and inside, that there simply is not enough vocabulary to describe all the delights of architectural fantasy.

The Old Royal Palace is also worth a lot of attention, where the unique Vladislav Hall, which previously hosted coronations, is located. This hall is still very important nowadays, because it hosts the presidential elections. Previously, celebrations, various feasts, and tournaments of brave knights often took place within the walls of Vladislav Hall.

It is from here that the great turmoil of Europe began, when in the 7th century, right from the window of one of the halls of the fortress, the ambassadors of Ferdinand II were thrown out. They, of course, escaped, but this laid the foundation for a protracted Thirty Years' War.

The third courtyard also houses the Basilica of St. George, which is considered the oldest temple building in this place. Its two towers are symbols of Adam and Eve. It also houses the Institute of Noble Maidens, which has existed since 1731.

On the territory of Prague Castle there is a magnificent garden called Paradise. There is a truly heavenly atmosphere here, which is filled with fountains and wonderful nature.

Prague Castle is constantly crowded, its wonderful architecture is eagerly visited from all over the world.