Postcards from Around the World

Prague (the city of 101 spires apparently) is an easy city to get around either by foot (always the best way to explore I think) or using the trams or underground systems. We were staying a little outside the main areas of the Old Town and the Lesser Town  in the Malmaison Riverside Hotel which is practically opposite the famous ‘Fred and Ginger’ or Dancing House.

The Charles Bridge (Karlův most) a medieval stone arch bridge that crosses the Vltava river
Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí) is the most vibrant, dynamic area of Prague with the National Theatre rising imposingly behind the statue of Saint Wenceslas.
View from Ke Hradu (the long slope up to the castle)

Walking through the Old Town you realise why Prague is often called ‘Paris of the East’ with its charming winding streets, medieval architecture and cultural landmarks. As you can tell from my photos, the weather wasn’t great during my visit (which was in the month of October), but nor was the place too busy.

So many spires!

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I have lived in the UK for most of my life, but when young I definitely had wanderlust and even ended up living in South Africa for several years which was a wonderful experience. I now look forward to a long and leisurely retirement doing what I like most - gardening, photography, walking and travelling.

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