Friday, August 31, 2012

Prague - Day Three - Old Town, New Town and Jewish Quarter

Eva is a terrific your local tour guide. The rainy weather kept most of the other tourists indoors and let us have the city to ourselves. We spent most of the day looping down side streets, alleyways, and hidden passages. I have to admit that I was lost during most of the walk.

Eva shared Prague's history and educated us on hundreds of years of rule, conflicts and victory. From religious changes to conquests and rulers, the Czech people have proven their ability to withstand all forms of peril and hardship. They have a rich and intriguing history - no wonder they proudly sought independence in more modern history.

Rather than share rainy pictures of Prague - I found these pictures more interesting from our walking tour.










Modern sculpture by Matej Kren in the public library. Named Idiom and made up of over 8,000 books. The interior mirrors create an endless effect.

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