Historic, gaslit lamps to illuminate Prague's Charles Bridge from today
Lasting until the end of November, the traditional way of lighting the lamps is taking place due to renovative work on the bridge's lighting system.
Sunrise parade to commemorate 667th anniversary of Charles Bridge
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The foundation stone for Prague's most iconic landmark was laid on July 9, 1357, at 5:31 a.m. Early birds can catch a historic reenactment.
Charles Bridge Egg Festival cracks open a hard-boiled Prague legend
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On Sunday, March 24, a procession will cross Charles Bridge to celebrate the legend of eggs being used in the construction of the Prague landmark.
Prague to implement CZK 200 entry fee for drivers entering parts of city center
The main goal of the plan is to reduce congestion in parts of Prague's center and prevent tram delays.
🎥VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Waving baby in Prague window racks up millions of views
A TikTok clip posted last month has gone viral, with people around the world commenting on its cuteness.
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Police shut down snake-handling tourist attraction near Charles Bridge
The crackdown targeted individuals illegally and forcefully charging tourists for animal photo opportunities.
Prague's solstice spectacle: Witness a centuries-old astronomical show at Charles Bridge
If you stand on the Old Town side of Charles Bridge this Wednesday, you can see the sun set over the altar of St. Vitus' Cathedral.
PHOTO GALLERY: Navalis festival revives centuries-old traditions on Charles Bridge
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The annual religious festival brought colorful costumes and daring stunts to the waterfront in Prague's center.
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: See re-enactment of egg-citing medieval legend on Charles Bridge
In the 14th century, Prague scorned the residents of Velvary for sending hardboiled eggs for the construction of the famed bridge.
A new tour lets visitors explore Prague's hidden-gem Baroque library
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The library, which is often ranked among the most beautiful in the world, is part of a tour of some of the historical parts of the Klementinum.
Three 'hero' tourists stopped a tragedy on Charles Bridge
A 19-year-old woman was about to jump, but several people noticed her strange behavior and caught her just in time.
The St. Jan Nepomucký statue on Prague's Charles Bridge turns 340 years old
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An error in a chronicle led to the statue being erected 10 years early, on what was thought to be the 300th anniversary of Nepomucký's death.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Prague officials adopt traffic changes, Czech slopes have no snow, and more buzzworthy headlines for Jan. 2, 2023.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
A remarkable Czech Fintech startup, start of Advent, change in addiction patterns, and other buzzworthy Czech headlines for Nov. 25, 2022
Charles Bridge tower to undergo multiyear renovation
The 14th century bridge tower is in poor condition, with outdated wiring, crumbling stones, and damaged decorations.
Over 100 Prague monuments will go dark early to save energy
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Major historical sites will switch off their lights earlier in the evening as part of cost-cutting measures for the municipality.
Prague uncovered: Photos and stories reveal the impact of the August 2002 flood
Decades later, the city is still repairing some of the damage but is now much better prepared for catastrophes.
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