... The little visitors guide I bought told me that one of the must see' places I must visit on my holiday was 'Charles Bridge'
As it happens, our hotel in Malá Strana was quite close to the famous bridge and we crossed it every time that we went to the Old town.
This little book also told ... Read review
The Charles Bridge Apartment is situated at the very heart of old Prague, just a few steps ... more
from the famous Charles Bridge. The Bridge links the magical Old Town ('Staromestske Namesti') and the picturesque Lesser Town ('Mala Strana') very near to Prague Castle. Experience the atmosphere of medieval Prague by staying at Charles Bridge B&B.The apartment measures 90 m2 and is fully furnished. It is
Situated at the centre of Prague´s tourist attractions overlooking the famous bridge and ... more
close to Prague Castle, the location of Archibald At The Charles Bridge is simply unique.All major points of interest are within walking distance, be it the historical part of the town, cultural attractions or business and shopping centres. The hotel is part of the oldest local structure and one of the first 16th-century buildings in the area, protected by National Heritage Council.A high-speed internet PC is available free of charge in the reception area. Wireless internet is available free of charge as well.
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The attractive and unique Charles Bridge Apartments are located directly in the historical ... more
part of Prague 1, known as Mala Strana, just one minute walking far from the famous Charles Bridge. Prague Castle is also a short distance away, less than one kilometre up the hill. Here you can see nice views of the city and visit the attractive churches and visit the palace. The Old Town Square is a little
The 3 star Charles Bridge B&B is situated in a 14th century building in the very heart ... more
of old Prague, just a few steps from the famous Charles Bridge. The Bridge links the magical Old Town (In Czech 'Staromestske Namesti') and the picturesque Lesser Town (In Czech 'Mala Strana'), lying below Prague Castle. By staying at Charles Bridge B&B, you can feel the atmosphere of medieval Prague. This B&B
Location. The Archibald at the Charles Bridge is located in the centre of Prague, Czech ... more
Republic, 600 metres from Malostranska metro station. Prague Castle is 800 metres from the hotel and the Old Town Square and National Museum are one kilometre away. Hotel Features. Sited overlooking Charles Bridge and the Vltava River, the Archibald is a boutique hotel housed in a protected 16th century property with a pale yellow façade. The hotel opens onto a courtyard and garden area with views of the river. Complimentary Internet access is available in the wood panelled lobby. A concierge is on hand to offer sightseeing advice and booking assistance. The front desk is open 24 hours a day and offers a safe deposit box and currency exchange. The Archibald offers a complimentary buffet breakfast ever morning. Czech specialities and international fare are served beneath the exposed brick vaulted ceilings of the rustic restaurant and bar. Al fresco dining is available in summer, and occasional barbecues are held inthe garden. Guestrooms. The Archibald's 26 guestrooms feature traditional, rustic decor, characterised by pale wood floors, soft earthy shades, and light wood furnishings. Deluxe rooms feature air conditioning and wood beamed ceilings. Amenities include satellite television, minibars, and safes. Bathrooms come with showers or tubs. Expert Tip. Prague's Old Town Square, one kilometre from the hotel, dates from the 12th century and is home to a spectacular collection of buildings exemplifying Baroque, Gothic and Romanesque architecture. The square is also lined with cafes and restaurants.
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Location. The Archibald at the Charles Bridge is located in the centre of Prague, Czech ... more
Republic, 600 metres from Malostranska metro station. Prague Castle is 800 metres from the hotel and the Old Town Square and National Museum are one kilometre away. Hotel Features. Sited overlooking Charles Bridge and the Vltava River, the Archibald is a boutique hotel housed in a protected 16th century property with a pale yellow façade. The hotel opens onto a courtyard and garden area with views of the river. Complimentary Internet access is available in the wood panelled lobby. A concierge is on hand to offer sightseeing advice and booking assistance. The front desk is open 24 hours a day and offers a safe deposit box and currency exchange. The Archibald offers a complimentary buffet breakfast ever morning. Czech specialities and international fare are served beneath the exposed brick vaulted ceilings of the rustic restaurant and bar. Al fresco dining is available in summer, and occasional barbecues are held inthe garden. Guestrooms. The Archibald's 26 guestrooms feature traditional, rustic decor, characterised by pale wood floors, soft earthy shades, and light wood furnishings. Deluxe rooms feature air conditioning and wood beamed ceilings. Amenities include satellite television, minibars, and safes. Bathrooms come with showers or tubs. Expert Tip. Prague's Old Town Square, one kilometre from the hotel, dates from the 12th century and is home to a spectacular collection of buildings exemplifying Baroque, Gothic and Romanesque architecture. The square is also lined with cafes and restaurants.
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Dating from the same time as the Charles Bridge which it resides beside, this historical ... more
residence has been converted into a small bed and breakfast.Centrally situated in the old town, one of the most beautiful and romantic parts of Prague, this guest house is one of the oldest buildings in the area. Although located right in the heart of the city, it offers quiet and affordable accommodation in double and triple rooms, all with private facilities. This strategic position by the river provides excellent transport links with the subway nearby.Take advantage of free internet access for your convenience and breakfast buffet to start your day discovering this wonderful city.
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The hotel At the Charles Bridge is situated directly in the historic part of Mala Strana ... more
called Kampa only a few steps from the famous Charles Bridge The hotel building is a part of the oldest local structure and one of the first 16th century buildings in the area At present the hotel consists of two buildings and it among objects protected by the National Heritage Council The hotel was completely renovated after the flood in August 2002 and reopened in May 2003The hotel offers accommodation in 22 rooms and 4 suites All rooms have minibar SAT TV internet connection direct dial telephone safe deposit box Bathrooms include shower or bath tub hairdryer 6 rooms are air conditioned Hotel´s location offers a unique view of the Vltava River and the pictoresque Kampa Island Plaza Accommodation includes buffet breakfast The hotel reception is opened 24 hours a day and our staff is ready to provide guests with full concierge services ? sightseeing tours transfers tickets for cultural events etc Free internet access is also available at the reception You can take advantage of the wide variety of Czech specialities quality wines and primarily traditional Czech beer at our stylish restaurant You can also enjoy siting in the garden and tasting dishes from our garden grill in the summer season We encourage you to organize company events family parties or wedding receptions
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Advantages: Truly beautiful and historic Disadvantages: Can get very busy at times
== CHARLES BRIDGE ==
=== PRAGUE ===
When I booked to go to Prague for a short break I knew nothing at all about the city. The little visitors guide I bought told me that one of the must see' places I must visit on my holiday was 'Charles Bridge'
As it happens, our hotel in Malá Strana was quite close to the famous bridge and we crossed it every time that we went to the Old town.
This little book also ... .../>
=== So what is Charles Bridge? ===
Charles Bridge (Karlov Most) is to Prague is what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris, the Tower to London etc. It is possibly Prague's most famous landmark.
It is an impressive stone Gothic bridge that crosses the Vltava River and connects the Old Town and Malá Strana. For the first few centuries of its life the bridge was called the Stone Bridge (Kamenný most). The construction of the ... more
CHARLES BRIDGE
PRAGUE
When I booked to go to Prague for a short break I knew nothing at all about the city. The little visitors guide I bought told me that one of the must see' places I must visit on my holiday was 'Charles Bridge' As it happens, our hotel in Malá Strana was quite close to the famous bridge and we crossed it every time that we went to the Old town. This little book also told me that the bridge would be very crowded and that it was a known place that pickpockets were in abundance. I don't know why, but when we were there (mid-week in October) the bridge was busy but never over busy.
So what is Charles Bridge?
Charles Bridge (Karlov Most) is to Prague is what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris, the Tower to London etc. It is possibly Prague's most famous landmark.
It is an impressive stone Gothic bridge that crosses the Vltava River and connects the Old Town and Malá Strana. For the first few centuries of its life the bridge was called the Stone Bridge (Kamenný most). The construction of the bridge began in 1357 and it was commissioned by the Czech king and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV. I doubt if there is any historic bridge, anywhere that we can be so pedantic about when its construction actually was - construction started at precisely 5:31 a.m. on July 9, 1357. The reason that this is known so precisely is that the palindromic number 135797531, carved out on the Old Town bridge tower, was chosen by the royal astrologists and numerologists as the best time for starting the bridge construction. The architect Petr Parler (whose other works include the St. Vitus Cathedral at the Prague Castle) was in charge of the construction of the bridge.. It is reputed that egg yolks were mixed into the mortar during construction, to strengthen the structure .
Charles Bridge is not the first bridge to stand where it does; the Judith Bridge, which was the first stone bridge over the river, was built in 1172 and collapsed in a flood in 1342. Thankfully, Charles Bridge has survived many floods, most recently in August 2002 when the Czech Republic suffered the worst floods in the past 500 years - so the egg yolks must have done their job!!
The bridge certainly is a stunning sight, especially from the river at night; it is 516m meters long and almost10 m wide, and stands on 16 arches shielded by ice guards. What makes the bridge so special are the statues that adorn it. The bridge is decorated by 30 statues and statuaries, most of them baroque-style. These statues were originally put there in the 17th century. Now many of them are copies and the originals can be seen in the Lapidarium Museum The most popular statue is probably the one of St. John of Nepomuk, a Czech martyr saint who was executed during the reign of Wenceslas IV by being thrown into the Vltava from the bridge. The plaque on the statue has been touched by millions of tourists over the years, so much so that it has been polished to a shine. Touching the statue is supposed to bring good luck and ensure your return to Prague - I'm still waiting for my return trip! Just a few of the other statues that I can remember are statues of Saints. Wenceslas, Barbara, Margaret , Elizabeth, Francis of Assisi, John the Baptist and Vitus and Joseph.
Up to the 19th Century this was the only bridge across the Vltava, and so three towers fortify both ends. Both the Staromv on the Old Town end and the Malostranská on the Malá Strana end can be climbed for a view of Prague and the bridge from above for a small fee. The smaller tower on the Malá Strana side is a Romanesque 12th century building, and it is the remains of the old Judith Bridge and dates from the 12th Century, the taller tower it dates from 1464. Staromv, the taller tower on the Old Town side, is an elaborately decorated gothic building dates from 1380. The bridge is now a pedestrian zone (although both tram and car traffic were allowed there in the past)
I was amazed at just how much time we actually managed to spend just visiting a bridge!! Apart from the beautiful architecture there is so much to see. There is no fee to pay to visit the bridge, but you MUST take money with you, as there are so many wonderful things to buy. You can stand and watch artists painting watercolours and cartoons (and buy them if you wish); there are some really beautiful pieces of homemade jewellery and lots lots more. There are musicians to listen to, and artists, musicians and souvenir vendors line both sides of the bridge all year-round. I picked up some lovely little watercolours very cheaply.
But in my opinion, by far the best place to see the bridge is from the river, we had both a day and a night river cruise - the bridge by night is incredible, and as you pass you can hear the jazz music that is played there most nights. The eastward view from the Charles Bridge, approaching Mala Strana definitely qualifies as the single most beautiful cityscape I've ever seen in my life.
Charles Bridge is an interesting and beautiful bridge that oozes culture and history. Any visit to Prague MUST include a visit to the momentous structure.
Advantages: Wonderful entertainment, fasinating architecture Disadvantages: The statues are copies only
...you take a walk across Charles Bridge (Karlov Most). Charles Bridge is the possibly Prague’s most recognizable landmarks: an old stone gothic bridge lined with numerous statues of saints.
The bridge connects the Little Quarter (where the Castle and St Vitus’s Cathedral stand) with the old town. Once upon a time, Charles Bridge was the only way to cross the River Vltava that flows through the city. Now of course, there are several bridges that span ... ...eggs!! It was commissioned by Charles IV (after whom the bridge was named) in 1357. The building of the bridge was supervised by Peter Parler also known for his work in St Vitus Cathedral.
At this time, there were no statues, the only decoration being a simple cross. The first statue was erected in 1683, the statue of St John Nepomuk. The statue maintains an attraction by the myth and superstition surrounding it. St John was a vicar-general arrested ...
MAFARRIMOND 12.02.2005
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Advantages: Free entrance, beutifully built, historic attraction Disadvantages: Can get very busy
Charles Bridge is probably one of Pragues most recognised landmarks. For many years, Charles Bridge was the only way to cross the River Vltava that flows through the middle of the City. Nowadays there are many bridges connecting Old Town Prague and the New Town but there is still something very special about the Charles Bridge that makes it stand out from all the others. Charles Bridge is an old stone gothic bridge which is lined with numerous statues ... ...was commissioned by Charles IV, after whom the bridge was named, in 1357. Today, the Charles Bridge can only be crossed on foot, but with it being a very popular attraction in Prague, it is literally crammed with crowds of people all day long. There is no fee for crossing the bridge but tourists are invited to walk up the tower of the Charles Bridge, at a cost of about £2.50 each. We walked up the tower and inside we were shown a video about the ...
Jamie73 13.02.2008
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...the direction of seeing was Charles Bridge which is built over the Vltava River. In 1357 the bridge began to be built but it wasn’t finished until some hundreds of years later in the 15th century. It measures 516 metres long and nearly 10 metres wide and it is filled with 30 big statues of historical figures including various Saints and Patron Saints.
From a distant the bridge is a breath taking site which can only be seen to be believed. The crowds ... ...with a lot of culture, history and plain old bargains to offer. If you manage to visit Prague then make sure you make time to visit Charles Bridge more than once because there is so much to see that you will miss a lot of it on your first visit. ...
claribella 21.09.2009
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Charles bridge is the oldest bridge in Prague. It was first built in the 11th century but in the 13th century it got destroyed by flooding. In 1357 Charles IV. started to rebuilt the bridge. 30 very old statues on the reiling are being replaced since 1995 (the originals are in the national museum).
For a long time trams crossed charles bridge, but it is only allowed to walk. But even that might finish soon, because Charles bridge is falling apart, ... ...opinion). From Charles bridge you get a beutiful view on the castle and other historical buildings. Just under Charles bridge is Kampa (a nice park), restaurants, very old houses and the river of course.
Just to say it simple - you have to go and see it yourself ...
hrbacek 23.03.2001
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Advantages: architectural beauty and historical value Disadvantages: souvenir prices differ for foreigners and locals (experienced it myself!)
...point, can make a wish. Another attraction there are local artists selling their works- paintings of Prague views, wood works. Musicians play here and young people from all over the world walk around.
The image of Charles bridge brings in some more magic in the whole image of Prague. ...
greensleeves 12.01.2001
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, rucksacks were slung to designate beds and three hungry wolves were on the prowl for some unsuspecting pray. The pray came in the form of pizza and a few jugs of Czech’s very own Pilsner Urquell beer, all for less than three pound I could sense a welcome pattern evolving.
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