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Old Town Square

Prague, Czech Republic

About Old Town Square

The medieval heart of Prague — a cobblestone square ringed by Gothic and Baroque architecture, centered on the 15th-century Astronomical Clock, the Gothic twin-spired Týn Church, and the Jan Hus Memorial. The clock performs an hourly mechanical show from 8am to 10pm.

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📍Staroměstské náměstí, 110 00 Prague

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✓ Comfortable to visit on your own.
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Prague Castle

The largest ancient castle complex in the world — a 70,000m² ensemble of Gothic cathedrals, Baroque palaces, Romanesque churches, and Renaissance gardens overlooking the city. The castle complex includes St. Vitus Cathedral, the Royal Palace, and Golden Lane. Allow a full day.

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Charles Bridge

The most beautiful bridge in Central Europe — a 14th-century Gothic stone bridge lined with 30 Baroque statues of saints, connecting the Old Town to Malá Strana. Visit at 5am for the extraordinary experience of the statues lit by dawn light with no crowds. UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Prague Astronomical Clock

The world's oldest working astronomical clock, installed in 1410 on the Old Town Hall tower. Every hour, the clock performs a mechanical procession of the Twelve Apostles, while the four symbolic figures (Death, Vanity, Greed, Pagan) move below. Climb the tower for panoramic views.

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