DK Travel : Prague

At the geographical heart of Europe, Prague’s beautiful cityscape has been carved and sustained by a variety of emperors, artists and religious communities, from the Gothic exuberance of its castle and cathedral, to the dignity of the medieval Jewish Cemetery, and the 19th-century opulence of the “new” town. Under Communist rule, Prague was off the tourist map, but since 1989 the city has seen a surge of visitors eager to take in this spectacular city.

Church of St James

This active house of worship regularly invites the general public to hear its organ.
Church of St Nicholas

The Malá Strana church’s cartoon-like clock tower and dome upstage its namesake across the river. The splendid Baroque sanctuary was meant to impress Catholic sceptics of the might of Rome (see St Nicholas’s Church).
Church of St Nicholas

Hosts chamber music recitals twice daily.
Church of Sts Peter and Paul

The first church to stand on this site was founded by Vratislav II in the 11th century, but the Neo-Gothic structure seen today dates from 1885. The altar is decorated with a beautiful Gothic panel depicting Our Lady of the Rains .
Church of Sts Simon and Jude

Catch an ensemble of Prague Symphony Orchestra players in this Renaissance sanctuary.
Church Pension

The Evangelic Church of the Czech Brethren puts its hospitality skills to the test at this small guesthouse. The rooms are suitably austere; not all have en-suite baths. Being a Christian affair, you may encounter a prayer group in the common room. The hosts are very pleasant.
Cicala

This authentic Italian eatery is a magnet for visiting film stars and the like. The fresh pasta can’t be beat.
Circle Line

Along with their gourmet interpretations of Czech classics, Circle Line serves fine Moravian wines. The crowd comprises businessmen and diplomats.
Clementinum

Built as a Jesuit college in the mid-17th century, the Clementinum now houses the National and State Technical libraries. The astronomer Johannes Kepler discovered the laws of planetary motion atop the observatory tower.
Cloister Inn

A building with a fascinating history - it was occupied by the Secret Police during the communist regime and later a convent. The hotel is great for anyone travelling to Prague who doesn't want cheap and cheerful but would also prefer to spend their money on beer, goulash and garnets than a hotel...a brilliant mid-price option.

Staff are friendly and helpful and the rooms are lovely. They vary from a typical one bedroom to mini suites and, in the older part of the hotel, huge rooms with masses of space.

Only a five minute walk to the Old Town Square and with great bars, restaurants and shops to pass on the way, the Cloister Inn is a brilliant choice for a Prague holiday.

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