This walk takes us along its broad avenue, punctuated with grand buildings in an array of architectural styles – from Empire and Art Nouveau to Cubism and Constructivism. We move on to The Powder Tower, one of the medieval gateways to Old Town. We stop at the Neoclassical Estates Theatre, where Mozart first premiered Don Giovanni, and the venerable Karolinum, the oldest of the many buildings today known as Charles University, founded in 1348 by the Holy Roman Emperor, Charles IV. Finally, we visit the sights of Old Town Square, dominated by the massive Jan Hus Monument at its center…
The monumental National Theatre, on the banks of the Vltava River at the western end of Narodni Street, is the pride of the Czech nation. Architect Joseph Zitek designed the impressive edifice, and the interior artwork, sculptures and ornamentation are a veritable roll call of the Czech artists of the National Revival, all of whom donated their work. The standing repertoire includes classic Czech operas such as Bedrich Smetana’s The Bartered Bride, and Rusalka by Antonin Dvorak.
We begin our tour to the grand structure known the world over as Prague Castle and the towering Gothic cathedral of Saint Vitus. Situated high above the Vltava River, the resplendent Prague Castle served for centuries as the residence of emperors and Czech kings; today the President of the Czech Republic calls it home. Within the castle’s monumental walls lies legendary Golden Lane, a miniscule alley lined with tiny cottages, where medieval alchemists labored to uncover the ancient secret of the philosopher’s stone…
The building “At the Three Violins” acquired its house sign when it was the home of a family of violinists around 1700. Four centuries ago, the great master Tomas Edlinger was making his musical instruments here. Today, it hosts an elegant & cozy restaurant with wide-ranging menu offering dishes from Czech & International cuisine. Classical music, romantic atmosphere & a friendly service makes this a comfortable place to enjoy the beautiful evening for two.