Prague could easily be called the Jewel of central Europe; tourism actually plays a very important role. Prague is known as the ancient capital of Charles Bohemian Kingdom, and plays quite an important role in the development of central Europe all the way as far back as the middle ages. This unique history has made Prague beautiful, making tourism of vital importance to the economy. Prague is by no means overrun by tourism, but the effects of it are visible pretty easily. The historical centre in Prague is normally divided into five different areas, and spanning both of the banks of the Vltava river. Get to know the stunning destinations in Prague, here are some of it.
- Prague Castle - One of the most popular Prague tourist attractions is the Prague Castle which is known to local residents as Hradcany. This magnificent castle has been the home of Czech and Bohemian kinds for many centuries and currently holds the office of the Czech president. The Prague Castle is the largest European castle of its type and it houses a number of important historic Prague buildings including for example the St. Georges Basilica and the Saint Vitus Cathedral.
- Charles Bridge - The walking Charles Bridge is a huge tourist attraction and is also the most photographed feature of Prague. It was constructed in 1357 to replace the Judith Bridge. The only remaining part of the Judith Bridge is one tower at the Mala Strana gate. The Charles Bridge is a great place to have a stroll with all the painters, musicians and artists entertaining you.
- Old town square - Old Town Square still retains much of its architecture, including the famous Astronomical Clock, a medieval timepiece that features moving figures of the Apostles in the Bible. There are also museums and statues about the city of Prague, including the Museum of Decorative Arts and the National Museum, and New Town is the site of the tourist-friendly and very historic Wenceslas Square.
- St Vitus Cathedral - It is situated in the castle complex. St Vitus Cathedral is the country's largest church. It has many side chapels, tombstones, frescoes and breathtakingly beautiful stained glass windows. The most flowery chapel houses the tomb of St Wenceslas of the Christmas carol.
The list of Prague tourist destinations do not end here. Prague has numerous attractions not only for the tourists but also for the locals. It is no wonder that Prague is a magical place to visit. It is also considered to be one of the world's most beautiful cities and has become a popular filming location for international productions and Hollywood motion picture companies.