Wandering around Prague
Not a lot of people, maybe good maybe bad. More public art, perhaps “Go Ask Alice” Czech style, still the tingle of travel to an unknown place. Panic?
Comfort level is up, public art is politically correct, what could go wrong...
What a way to enter Prague in the early morning, beautiful architecture, coffee, and pastries! Maybe a Cabaret...
We only had 2 days to see Prague on this trip. Coming up out of the subway into the modern center early in the morning, no need to panic. Like the graffiti suggested, we’re adults, and the proper thing to do in my opinion is eat! At this time, we lived in the LA area where things considered old are less than 200 years old. The first thing I noticed was old is an opinion, ancient became a whole new word to me. Europe is much older than the States, but having physical evidence that you can touch, walk on, and gaze at might redefine what you consider old.
Old Town Square
The Old Town Square is older than old, it is ancient! Home to the famous Astronomical Clock, built in the 15th century and still operating today. The square is also surrounded by stunning buildings, including the Gothic-style Church of Our Lady before Tyn and the Baroque-style St. Nicholas Church, built in the 14th century. It's getting ancient but, let's go way, way in the way back machine.
Bridge over the River Vltava
Touristy and famous, you walk over this bridge. Always packed with people, with locals playing music, it crosses the Vltava river, a historic route for commerce. The first bridge over the river Vltava — the Judith Bridge — was built in 1170. (It collapsed in 1342, and a new bridge, later called the Charles Bridge was built in its place in 1357.)
Boat trips are popular; in fact, the Vltava connects with the Elbe river, making it possible to travel to Germany or Austria by water from Prague.
For you, classical music aficionados, Czech composer Bedřich Smetana created "Má Vlast" ("My Country") immortalizing the river and its significance to the Czech People.
Jewish Cemetery
The Old Jewish Cemetery is a historic burial ground located in Prague, Czech Republic. It is one of the most significant Jewish cemeteries in Europe and is known for its unique appearance and historical importance.
The cemetery was established in the 15th century and served as the main burial ground for the Jewish community in Prague until the late 18th century. It is estimated that there are over 12,000 tombstones and as many as 100,000 burials in the cemetery, although the exact number is unknown because of overlapping graves.
Boomer Alert
A long time ago, I achieved adultness while living in Michigan. This un-noticed event occurred in the early seventies when rock music was at its best. Michigan had everything out of Detroit, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, etc. plus Bob Seger, Grand Funk Railroad, Ted Nugent, Iggy Pop, Alice Cooper, Madonna, and Suzi Quatro, among other artists. Imagine my surprise to see a Suzi Quatro concert poster in Prague 40-plus years later. Caution: this could cause flashbacks...
Entropa - an unusual sculpture
Entropa " and was created by the Czech artist David Černý. The sculpture, which depicts a bronze horse hanging upside down, is located near Černý's home in the Smíchov neighborhood of Prague. In an interview with The Times, Černý stated that the sculpture was influenced by the Monty Python brand of humor. At the launch ceremony, he added Sacha Baron Cohen and Les Guignols de l'info's portrayal of Nicolas Sarkozy as other influences. The work has become a popular tourist destination and is considered one of the most recognizable sculptures in the city. The sculpture has been the subject of much debate and interpretation, with some viewing it as a commentary on the state of the Czech Republic and its relationship with the European Union, while others see it simply as a playful and irreverent statement. Regardless of one's interpretation, "Entropa" is a visually striking and thought-provoking piece of public art that has captured the imagination of many visitors to Prague.
Famous for Beer?
There is an enormous inventory of great beer waiting for you to tap! While walking around Prague, stop in and sample while chatting with locals. You may find the talented lads who built the VW Beetle, maybe the nicest mod job on a Beetle I have ever seen. Or perhaps tip a pint with whoever built the rally car with the great lights.