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Nové Město – New Town

Around Karlovo náměstí (Charles Square)

Number 40, for instance, is called the Faust house. In reality, of course, no Faust ever lived here and no one every signed a contract with the Devil. Nevertheless, the house has a fascinating history, which may explain why it is associated with so many legends. In 1590, it was bought by the English… guide

Around Náměstí Republiky: The Powder Tower and Municipal House

The Powder Tower, sullen and vertical, and the Municipal House, cream-colored and Art Nouveau, are linked by a small bridge. The bridge is unusual in that its archways match the style of the Gothic tower, but it was modified in the 19th century. Today, the old medieval fortifications which once sepa… guide

Around Národní třída and the National Theatre

Don’t be surprised if you don’t see any old medieval buildings in Spálená street: The name means "Burned Street", thanks to the country's fiery history. Today, the street is filled with the smell of kebabs, pizzerias, and snack stands. Spálená and Národní are the place to go for both affordable as w… guide

Nové Město - The New Town

By medieval measures, the project to build a new town in Prague was quite “avant garde” . Each street had its function (Draper Street, Carpenter Street), centered on three large squares: The Haymarket (Senovážné náměstí), The Horsemarket (today's Wenceslas Square) and the Cattlemarket (today's Charl… guide


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