Tag Archives: Prague
Kafka’s Castle
As I wrote yesterday, the main point of attraction in Frydlant is its castle. According to Wikipedia, it is a Gothic castle with a high tower and a Renaissance chateau. … Continue reading
Our UNESCO project – Wenceslas Square
Wikipedia has a very good description of this square: Wenceslas Square is one of the main city squares and the centre of the business and cultural communities in the New … Continue reading
Inspired by music – Gustav Mahler: Working in Prague
Mahler discovered his musical talent at the age of four and was encouraged by his family to pursue music studies. He studied for some time in Vienna and afterwards worked … Continue reading
Inspired by music – Gustav Mahler: Growing up in Jihlava
Luckily, there is only one Jihlava in the Czech Republic, so we found it very quickly. It’s a small, cosy town to the south of Prague. It’s known for its … Continue reading
Inspired by movies – The Golem: A visit to the Jewish Quarter of Prague
The evening before The Viking and I visited Prague, I decided to have a look at our travel guide. We had agreed that The Viking would show me around in … Continue reading
Inspired by movies – The Golem: How He Came into the World
During my third year at university, I had the opportunity to follow some classes dedicated to the gothic novel. We were supposed to read the following books: The Castle of … Continue reading
Our UNESCO project – Charles Bridge in Prague
Charles Bridge was constructed in the 14th – 15th century and was for a long time the only connection between Prague Castle and the rest of Prague. Its name comes … Continue reading
Our UNESCO project – The historic center of Prague
I have to admit it, I fell in love with Prague immediately! I had never seen so many beautiful intact historical buildings in one town. This is a place I … Continue reading
The Czech Republic so far …
I think I can say that I have lost my heart to the Czech Republic! What have we done so far? We have been exploring the area of Sächsische Schweitz, … Continue reading
