Prague, City of 100 Spires

Prague was a bucket list destination for me, and I’ve finally arrived. I always enjoy the excitement of seeing a new city for the first time. Today, it was a little different. We arrived after dusk, making our arrival a bit more enchanting.

Our walk from the train station to our hotel wasn’t a straight shot. The roads and sidewalks are all thick cobblestone, rough on the knees and ankles. As I dragged my suitcase along, I prayed the wheels would not break. It was a good twenty-minute walk. I could tell by Google Maps we were getting close to our hotel. Unfortunately for the others, they started questioning the small dark alleyways I was leading them through. It was a long day for us, but our bellies were hungry, so we ventured out and found the perfect little place. It had a dimly lit doorway that led to a bar serving delicious pizza, rock music behind an Art Deco facade. It was the perfect setting for our first evening in Prague.

Early the next morning, Karin had a guided tour set up for us. What a great way to get to know a city! He took us to all the key spots, and the information he shared made the city seem even more captivating.

We started out by heading to the historic town square, which had a romantic fairytale ambiance and the only working astronomical clock. The square was filled with a vibrant market featuring local crafts, food, and street performers amidst Renaissance architecture.

We strolled past the Prague Castle, the largest castle in Europe, with over seven hundred rooms. Standing majestically was St. Vitus Cathedral, it's the most important and largest church in Prague. The cathedral is the burial place of the former Czech kings and home to the Czech crown jewels.

Our next stop was the old town hall with the oldest working astronomical clock. Established

in 1338, it's a must-stop for anyone visiting Prague.

The historical Charles Bridge connects the Old Town with the Lesser Town (yes, it is actually called the Lesser Town). Although it's called the Lesser Town, its charm doesn't match its name, with its beautiful cobblestone streets, baroque churches, serene parks lined with cafes, and the famous Lennon Wall. It is here we left our very informative guide to explore this marvelous city on our own using his knowledge as our guide. We visited Yellow Lane, Malá Strana, Nové Město, to name a few of the neighborhoods. I’m not sure how many miles we walked, but every step was as enchanting as the last. I do believe Prague is a city that deserves a second visit.