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Prague, Old Town Square

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon Jessica Randhawa
July 13, 2012


Last Updated November 19, 2018 | 15 Comments

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A group of people in front of a building
 
The Old Town Square of Prague was, quite literally, mind-blowing.
ok, not literally,
but this expression definitely suits this history-packed European city center.Like the bridge,
I also frequented this part of Prague often,
usually several times each day I was there.
I was not the only one,
the other tourists liked it too,
and I found that walking in this area was slow and difficult.
The thousands of other people, all around me,
did not take away much from this place, however,
and, I still can’t imagine a more beautiful place so rich with history.
(and, though I have not seen all of Europe, Prague is still my favorite)

Týn Church- work on this church started in the14th century in the late gothic style. By the beginning of the 15th century, work on this church was nearly complete- with only the towers, gables, and roof missing.  These missing pieces were completed by 1511.  In 1679, the church was hit by lightening.  The fire resulting from this strike heavily damaged the old vault and was later replaced by lower baroque vault.Astronomical clock- first installed in 1410, it is the third oldest astronomical clock in the world, and the oldest one still working.  I will be completely honest, I have no idea how it works.  However, based on the loads and loads of people gawking at it all day long, I assume it’s a pretty big deal.

A large tall tower with a clock on the side of a building

 

A clock on the side of a building
Prague and City

 Prague and Old Town

A group of people sitting in front of a building

 

A large building

 

A group of people sitting in front of a building

 

A large building

 

A large brick building with a mountain in the background

 

A tall building in a city

A group of people jumping in the air

A large clock tower towering over a city

 

A large clock mounted to the side of a building

 

A group of people walking in front of a crowd

 

A group of people standing in front of a church

 

A large tall tower with a clock at the top of a building

 

A clock on the front of a building

 

There is not one part of Prague I did not enjoy. 
honestly, it was that amazing.
 

About Jessica

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon

Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

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Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon

About Jessica Randhawa

Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

Comments

  1. Batang Biyahera says

    July 21, 2012 at 8:58 am

    Haven't visit Prague yet even though I'm living in Berlin for 4 years. I love the style of your pictures and your blog is great! xo

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  2. Lauren Townsend says

    July 16, 2012 at 8:12 pm

    I'm so jealous! Prague is definitely on my travel list.

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  3. Rhe Christine says

    July 16, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    gosh that is amazing. thank you for these pictures!

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  4. Andi of My Beautiful Adventures says

    July 15, 2012 at 7:07 pm

    These pictures are so beyond gorgeous, there are no words!

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  5. Erinn says

    July 15, 2012 at 2:46 pm

    I did Sunday social today and Prague was on my list of places I'd love to visit. I missed this post but seeing all of the pictures just makes me want to go there more! It's just looks so nostalgic and magical to me for some reason.
    –Erinn

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  6. Little Lady says

    July 15, 2012 at 5:12 am

    I……am so incredibly jealous. What are you there for?

    Reply
  7. Kristine says

    July 13, 2012 at 6:19 pm

    It all looks so amazing. You're pictures are breathtaking! I know two girls studying abroad there right now! Such a small world.

    Reply
  8. Maria says

    July 13, 2012 at 5:16 pm

    Wow, this makes me want to visit Prague so much more now. You did such a great job of capturing its beauty.

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  9. Alex says

    July 13, 2012 at 4:45 pm

    Prague looks like it's straight from a fairy tale. I wish I hadn't visited at the end of a month long trip because I don't think I appreciated it as much as I could have [due to being so tired and ready to get home]. Just means I have to go back, right??

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  10. McKenzie says

    July 13, 2012 at 4:11 pm

    Gorgeous photos! Prague seems like an amazing place. I definitely have it at the top of my list of places to go once I move to Europe in September! I love your travel posts, so please keep them coming 🙂

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  11. Casey says

    July 13, 2012 at 3:46 pm

    Ahh love the photos! And I agree, Prague's old town square is pretty darn mind-blowing! We were just there over Memorial Day weekend and loved every second of exploring that city. I have like 47,000 pictures of Charles bridge. Seriously, it's ridiculous. Needless to say, it's definitely one of our favorite cities in Europe!

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  12. ruthy ann says

    July 13, 2012 at 3:36 pm

    what a stunning city!! great shots!

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  13. Sarah and Stewart says

    July 13, 2012 at 3:36 pm

    Wow that clock tower is amazing and your pictures are awesome as usual. I always want to go traveling after I read your blog!

    Reply
  14. Courtney. says

    July 13, 2012 at 3:30 pm

    I'm loving your travel posts! The pictures are amazing!

    Reply
  15. Kat says

    July 13, 2012 at 3:26 pm

    Wow, this place (and your gorgeous photos of it) IS mind blowing. Incredible that the church from 1400's is still standing. The clock looks amazing!

    Reply

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