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  Prague Old Town - what to see in Prague - Czech Republic
Mentioned in 1091, it is the oldest of the towns of Prague gained the privileges of a town in the 13th century.
The 65m-tall Powder Tower was begun in 1475 during the reign of King Vladislav II Jagiello to form one of the 13 entrances to the Old Town.
Old Town's ancient town hall was established in 1338 after the agreement of King John of Luxemburg to set up a town council.
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 Old Town Square (Prague) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Old Town Square (Czech: Staroměstské náměstí) is a historic square in the Old Town quarter of Prague in the Czech Republic.
Located between Wenceslas Square and the Charles Bridge, Prague's Old Town Square is often bursting at the seams with tourists in the summer.
Nicholas' Church, the square is an oasis for travelers wearied by Prague's narrow streets.
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 Prague Castle Travel Information - Tourist Accommodation in Prague - Hotels in Prague - Prague Apartment Rentals
In the heart of the Old Town is the Old Town Square where centuries of notable entertainment have taken place and where a feeling of the dramatic history permeates the atmosphere.
The Old Town Bridge Tower was designed by Peter Parler, the architect of the Charles Bridge, as a part of the fortification system around the Old Town.
FIRST class hotel Located exactly in the heart of old Prague, on the King's Way, "Small Square" together with the bigger Old Town Square forms one historic, aesthetic entity, where the V.J. Rott family opened their ironmonger's shop in the first half of the 13th century.
www.pragueholiday.cz /old-town-square.php   (867 words)

  
 Old Town Square (Staromestske namesti) | Prague Spot   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
The town hall was built in 1338 as a visible symbol of the town's autonomy after King John of Luxembourg accorded the citizens of Prague the privilege of having their own district council.
The Old Town Hall is open to the public on Mondays from 11:00 to 18:00 and from Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 to 18:00.
The astronomical clock of Prague's town hall was built in 1410 by royal clockmaker Mikulas of Kadan and the rector of Prague University Master Jan Sindel.
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 Prague Travel Guide: Prague famous sights and places (Old Town Square, Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Astronomical ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
A little burgrave town called Hradcany was founded during the reign of John of Luxemburg after 1320 from the nestling village at the base of Prague Castle.
Historicaly the second Prague town was established by King Premysl Otakar II in the year 1257.
Prague New Town was founded by the Emperor Charles IV in 1348.
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 Prague - tips by travel authority Howard Hillman
Prague Old Town is one of the world's most architecturally beautiful urban sites on earth.
It is the heart of Prague Old Town, which is the heart of Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic.
Prague is a filmmaker's dream because of the Baroque and Renaissance architectural backdrops it provides.
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 Old Town - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Old Town, Florida, a town in Dixie County, not to be confused with the one in Orlando
Old Town, a well known drinking establishment on 18th St in NYC
Old Town, Southampton, a district of thre city of Southampton
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 Prague, Czech Republic  -  Travel Photos by Galen R Frysinger, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Old Town, founded in the 13th century, and New Town, which developed in the 14th century, lie on the eastern bank of the river.
Other attractions are the 14th-century Týn Church, a center of the Hussite movement, and the astronomical clock, or Orloj, of Old Town Hall (Staromìstská Radnice), which is adorned with statues of the 12 apostles that rotate each hour.
New Town, which is adjacent to Old Town on the eastern bank of the Vltava, has remained an industrial and commercial center over the centuries.
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 Old Town, Prague, Czech Republic
The heart of the city is the Old Town and its central square.
The area gained the privileges of a town in the 13th century, and, in 1338, a Town Hall.
Prague´s most prominent Art Nouveau building stands on the site of the former Royal Court palace, the King´s residence between 1383 and 1485.
www.hotels-in-prague.cz /prague/old.html   (449 words)

  
 Prague history, history of Prague, prague, history
Medieval Prague flourished during the reign of the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Bohemia Charles IV (1346-1378).
The town definitively ceased to be the residential city of the Austrian Habsburgs.
In 1784 Emperor Joseph II merged the four historical Prague Towns (the Old Town, New Town, Lesser Town and Hradcany) into one unified Capital City of Prague, which became the core of industrialization of Bohemia and the centre of Bohemian national revival.
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 Information server city of Prague   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic.
The historical centre with a unique panorama of the Prague Castle is an urban conservation area of UNESCO.
Prague to mark 150th birthday anniversary of Czech-born Freud
www.prague-city.cz   (168 words)

  
 Prague/Jewish Town - Wikitravel
The Jewish Town of Prague (Czech: Josefov) is an area near the Old Town.
The second floor houses a moving exhibit of children's art which is smaller than the original exhibit at Terezin but no less sad.
Loew is known as the father of the Golem legend in Prague.
wikitravel.org /en/Prague/Jewish_Town   (636 words)

  
 Prague's Old Town (Stare Mesto prazske) | Prague Spot
Prague's Old Town originated on the right bank of the Vltava in places that would not be threatened by floods.
Its centre consisted of a large marketplace, today's Old Town Square (Staromestke namesti), and routes that lead to both the city's castles, Prague Castle and Vysehrad, and to points where long-distance trade routes converged.
He also strengthened the dominant position of Prague's Old town among Prague's historic cities, and preserved this after their administrative consolidation.
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 Old Town Hall Tower & Astronomical Clock in Prague
The Old Town Hall Tower is one of the most striking buildings in Prague, built in 1338.
In 1364 the Old Town Hall Tower was joined to a private house beside it, which in turn was knocked into other houses to create the Old Town Hall as we know it today.
An extensive renovation in 1470 refurbished the Old Town Hall in the Gothic style.
www.pragueexperience.com /places.asp?PlaceID=596   (179 words)

  
 Prague Old Town
Designed by Peter Parler, it is the entrance gate to the Charles Bridge from the Old Town.
Seven synagogues are the remnants of the old settlement.
In 1470 the Town Hall was reshaped in the late Gothic style.
www.flighttoprague.com /prague-old-town.htm   (534 words)

  
 Old Town Square in Prague
The Old Town Square (Staromestske Namesti), with it's ancient buildings and magnificent churches, is one of the most beautiful historical sights in Europe.
The most notable sights in Prague's Old Town Square are the Church of Our Lady before Tyn, the Old Town Hall Tower & Astronomical Clock and the stunning St.
At the centre of the Old Town Square is the Jan Hus statue, erected on the 6th July 1915 to mark the 500th anniversary of the reformer’s death.
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 Welcome to Prague   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
The historical centre of the town, the place of the most significant events, in the middle there is a monument of Master John Huss by Ladislav ©aloun; the unique complex of architectonic and historic memories.
The Town Hall was founded in 1338, in 1364 adjoining the tower with the chapel, in 1470 the Town Hall was reshaped in the late Gothic style.
The horologe (orloj) is of the beginning of 15th century, in the upper part every hour (9 a.m.-9 p.m.) the procession of the 12 apostles in succession appears at the window, in the low part is the copy of 12 internal medallions with the sings of the zodiacal constellations by Josef Mánes.
www.welcome-to-prague.cz /index.php?language=en&action=@miniguide/old_town   (712 words)

  
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Closest to the city centre are districts of Prague 1, Prague 2, Prague 3, Prague 5 and Prague7.
Located in the heart of Prague's Old Town, in a picturesque, cobbled side street just steps from the famous Astronomical Clock in the Old Town Square, the Iron Gate Hotel is the perfect choice for enjoying the wonders of Prague, in spacious, elegant and historical surroundings.
Penzion Avalon Havelska, Praha 1 - Old Town
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 Prague Guide: Old Town Square
This historical treasure of Prague sits amongst a maze of narrow cobbled streets.
Throughout the centuries the Old Town Square has been used for trading and entertainment and has witnessed many of the capitals important events.
For example, on 8th May 1945 a large part of the town hall was destroyed by German tanks as they left the city defeated.
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 Prague Apartment - OLD TOWN apartment, Prague, Czech Republic
Apartment is situated in the very hearth of Prague`s downtown.It has 80 sq.m.with two bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom-shower, WC, TV-SAT,hairdryer, microwave,radio-CD-player, iron and ironing board, washing machine,towels and bed linen included, nice view on the Old town square church Tyn.
All questions about "OLD TOWN apartment", the vacation rental in Prague - Czech Republic - Prague must be answered by the manager.
If you are interested in " OLD TOWN apartment " click here to send them an email or contact them by phone/fax.
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 prague city tours, old town, jewish prague, karlovy vary, cesky krumlov, kutna hora
The tour ends in the old Town Square, in the centre of the city.
The Town has still retained its medieval character thanks to its narrow lanes and many picturesque historical buildings mentioned in historical sources already in the 13th century.
The picturesque medieval town of Kutna Hora, part of the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage, is situated approximately 60 km east of Prague.
www.hotels-in-prague.net /citytours_eng.htm   (1087 words)

  
 Hotel Bohemia: a hotel in the Old Town of Prague adds to urban richness, as well as providing a civilized place to stay ...
Prague is a city of enormous and invigorating stylistic diversity.
Its magic arises from its disposition either side of the Vltava river, with Prague Castle omnipresent on the left bank, dominating the city's labyrinthine streets and squares, hidden courtyards, grand boulevards and palaces.
Jiricna, who was born in Prague, was also responsible for the glass and steel Orangery in the Royal Gardens of Prague Castle (AR January 2000), and most recently for the Hotel Josef at 20 Rybna in Josefov - the former Jewish quarter of Prague's Old Town.
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 Prague Gallery photos and images of Prague, Praha, Prag   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
You will never be bored wondering around the old town as this photograph of a lost, suspended soul shows.
The Old Town Square is a jumble of baroque and medieval structures.
This was the medieval town's main market place and many of the houses have Romanesque cellars and Gothic chambers.
www.hotelraider.com /prague_gallery   (273 words)

  
 Old Town Square Prague - Town Hall, Astronomical Clock, Church of Our Lady before Tyn
Old Town Square is one of the best-known of Prague squares (see picture).
Old Town Hall with Astronomical Clock (on the right), Gothic Church of Our Lady before Tyn (in the middle) and Church of St.Nicholas (on the left) dominate this unique heart of the Prague.
Old Town Hall and churches are open to the public.
www.discoverczech.com /prague/old-town-square.php4   (552 words)

  
 Prague Travel Guide: Old Town Square, Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Jewish Town   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
They are as followed: Stare Mesto (Old Town), Josefov (the preserved part of the former Jewish Town - today a part of the Old Town), Nove Mesto (New Town), Mala Strana (Lesser Town), Hradcany and Vysehrad.
As it was in the age of Prague´s first prince, the castle remains the home base of the country´s political chieftain, now the President of the Czech Republic.
Other rooms in Prague Castle are closed to the public, being used by the Office or the President of the Czech Republic, the Administration of Prague Castle and the other institutions.
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 VISITPRAGUE.CZ, ACCOMMODATION - Apartments and Residence Prague Old Town Square, Prague Hotels (English Version)
It is located in a quiet street in the heart of Prague’s Old Town, right opposite the world-famous Spanish Synagogue, which can be seen from the windows of some of the apartments.
At the same time, it is just 70 metres away from the Old Town’s busiest streets, the Paris Street, and some 200 metres from the Old Town Square.
All of the most popular sights in Prague, such as the Charles Bridge, Wenceslas Square and the Lesser Town, are within walking distance.
www.visitprague.cz /main.php3?s1=accommodation&s2=hotels3&s3=detail&id=215&lng=en   (580 words)

  
 Staromestske Namesti - The old Town Square, Prague - Reviews of Staromestske Namesti - The old Town Square - IgoUgo
The oldest and most important square in historic Prague, dating from before the 12th century, it was originally a market place where merchants from all over Europe gathered.
Old Town Square (Starometske Namesti) should be one of the sights you see if only for people-watching, but also we found that watching the flsmith’s work was absorbing and that, every now and then,it was fun to duck into a side-alley and discover what was there.
Dominating this spot, the Astonomical (or as some argue, Astrological) Clock of Old Town Hall warranted photo-taking, but we did not stay for the hourly display of its dazzling parts in motion.
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 Prague Hotel Reservation - Hotels in Prague Stare mesto (Old Town)
Listed below is accomodation in historic Old Town (part of Prague 1 in the city centre)- an area on the right side of the Vltava river.
It is located at the edge of the Old Town, in a very quiet place, close to the underground station.
Old Town Square Hotel and Residence Staromestske nam.
www.prague-hotel-reservation.com /phr_Old_Town.html   (1580 words)

  
 Prague Information Service
Year of Jewish Culture - The Jewish Museum in Prague is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a year-long programme of cultural events
Since its beginnings Prague has always played an important role in the history of the nation, the country and Europe...
View this VR Panorama photo taken from the top of the Old Town Bridge Tower...
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 Old Town Square   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Prague's Old Town Square is dazzling, with it's glowing baroque facades.
The square and it's buildings date to the 12th century, and have survived with little change all these years.
Prague was one of the few cities to avoid major destruction in the World Wars.
www.zanefamily.com /czech/otsq.htm   (45 words)

  
 Accommodation Prague Guest Houses Standard - Old Town   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Organize a trip to Prague for a group of tourists or for your friends.
The Stary Pivovar Hotel**** (Old Brewery Hotel) was established on the premises of the old...
In the very heart of the Old Town of Prague and just a few steps away from Wenceslas Square and the Old Town Square, one finds the 14th century gothic house “ The Golden Rose”.
www.marys.cz /accommodation/prague/guest-houses-standard/old-town/corto-pension/411   (391 words)

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