In a previous post, David Cerny’s pink tank was mentioned. It harbingered the beginnings of an incredible career. There are tours available which cover his artwork throughout the area. His artwork guided me to our tram stop in Kinsky Square. As soon as the torso of a tank came into view, I knew it was timeContinue reading “David Cerny, Prague activist and artist.”
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Prague cobblestones
The cobblestones of Prague are artwork unto themselves. Some, a standard design. High heels not recommended. Art is under foot. Needless to say, all these cobblestones require maintenance. Beautiful, creative, and the added bonus is the stoccato traffic music. Please like, comment, subscribe, and let me know what you enjoyed about Prague. Check out myContinue reading “Prague cobblestones”
Prague. Walk along the Vltva River.
I love to wander. Whether in the woods of NH, USA, or the streets of Boston. One sees so much more ambling along. Walking down from the castle, (see blog post on Vysehrad castle), is a tricky descent. As an aging American, even hiking down from a mountain top requires focus. The long, steep trekContinue reading “Prague. Walk along the Vltva River.”
Vysehrad Castle – a MUST visit.
The artist from whom I purchased my two lovely watercolours recommended a trip to Vysehrad. So glad I listened. My travels have taught me to always get advice from locals. As a hiker, my preferred mode of transportation is my feet. They led me to: A very impressive entrance. The grounds are beautiful, filled withContinue reading “Vysehrad Castle – a MUST visit.”
Prague Music 🎶
The Czech Republic has given us many notable composers and musicians. Dvorak, Smetana,known as the father of Czech music Janacek, Gassman and Mahler, to name a few. Mozart’s opera Don Giovanni premiered in Prague. The movie Amadeus was partially filmed in Prague. Street musicians are everywhere. Take in a concert at the Clementinum mirror chapel,Continue reading “Prague Music 🎶”
Prague Castle
A cold, rainy, bluster day. Prague Castle and the Cathdral of St. Vitus. The Castle regally stands with a great view of the city below. The detail. Such great craftsmanship. We did not stop to see the Crown jewels as the line was long. We did get to see the changing of the guard. TheContinue reading “Prague Castle”
Prague – Trade Fair Palace
We piled into the motor coach. As mentioned, those drivers navigate the narrow streets and parked cars impressively. The building itself is a monument to Modern Architecture and was built in the 1920s. Until the 1950s trade fairs were held here, hence the name Trade Fair Palace. The building was then transformed into an administrativeContinue reading “Prague – Trade Fair Palace”
Prague. Communism. 1948-1989
Our incredible guide Dagmar gave a personalized lecture on living under Communism. Structured education, fear of reprisal for speaking out. The favored rich got richer, the rest got poorer. She participated in Protests in Wenceslaus Square. She told us how the secret service always wore brown shoes. They were ignorant that the protestors, who wereContinue reading “Prague. Communism. 1948-1989”
Prague, up the hill
Behind the hotel is the Kinsky Garden, providing this country girl with a break from roadways, trams and buildings. National Museum-Orthographic Sadly, the building was closed as I explored the area. The lawn in front is a haven for dog owners, complete with a pup pool. The dogs of Prague are very lucky. Dagmar saidContinue reading “Prague, up the hill”
Prague, Architecture
This is an “Art and Architecture ” tour, day 3 was devoted to the Architecture theme. But first. A word about breakfast. “The most important meal of the day”. The Petr hotel provided breakfast, and an afternoon snack. Upon arrival on the first day I had a chance to interact with a Chicago couple onContinue reading “Prague, Architecture”
Self Employed Again 