PRAGUE
- I would like to speak about Prague. Prague is my favourite city in the Czech republic.
- Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic.
- Prague is the largest city in the CR
- It has population of 1.2 million inhabitants.
- It lies on the river Vltava.
- Prague is the seat of Czech president, Czech Parliament and Government.
- The city of Prague is divided into 22 districts. Prague 1 and 2 are the best known historical parts.
- Sport is also popular in Prague especially football and ice-hockey.
- According to the legend, Prague was founded by Libuše. In the 10th century Vyšehrad Castle was built and it became the seat of Czech
kings. In the 14th century Prague became a residence of Charles IV. In this time many important sights were built - Charles Bridge, St.
Vitus Cathedral, the New Town, and important institutions were established- Charles University and archbishopric. In the 15th century
Prague was the centre of the Hussite movement. In 1918 Prague became the capital of the independent Czechoslovak republic. In 1989
the Velvet Revolution started there and on 1st January 1993Prague became the capital of theCzech Republic.
Interesting places
- Prague Castle, the seat of the President.
- St. Vitus Cathedral was founded by Charles IV.
- Golden Lane – The lane is made up of small colored houses which originated in the 16th century.
- Charles Bridge - This oldest bridge of Prague is a popular tourist attraction.
- Old town Square - It is surrounded by beautifully decorated houses. The best known building is the Old town Hall with the Astronomical
clock.
- Wenceslas Square – It is 750 m long avenue. In the upper part of Wenceslas Square stands the statue of St. Wenceslas.
- Another dominant of the city is the National Theatre with its golden roof.
Transport
- Prague is a large city so transport is very important.
- There are different means of transport: buses, trams, underground, airplanes, taxis, cars.
- The underground has 3 lines. There is one international airport in Ruzyně.
