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The Lesser Town has much to offer in spite of its name. Located within the Lesser Town is Nerudova street, Lesser Town Square, St. Nicholas Cathedral, Wallenstein Palace,Church of St. Thomas,Vrtba Garden, Church of Our Lady Victorious, Maltese Square, Kampa Island, Charles Bridge, Vojan Park, and the Petřín Hill. Each location makes a contribution to the reputation that makes Prague the capital of Bohemia.
Lesser town began in 1257. The location is right under the Prague Castle. During the lapsed time it hasn't changed much other than a few buildings here and there have been constructed. The baroque palaces and old houses is what makes this part a must-see.
The center of the Lesser town is Malostranske square. Located here is the St. Nicholas Cathedral, Town Hall, Sternberg Palace, and the Smiřický Palace. Now located in the Malostranske square is a number of official businesses as well as cafes and the easiest place to get on or off the tram for the Charles Bridge as well as other parts of the city.
The most attended monuments
1. Lesser Town - Charles Bridge
2. Lesser Town - St. Nicholas Cathedral
3. Church of Our Lady of Victory - the Prague Bambino
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Originally the John Lennon wall was a normal historic wall located in the Lesser town in Prague. But since the death of John Lennon it has been filled with graffiti containing ly ... |
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The Cathedral is a must see for most people coming to Prague. The baroque architecture provides a break from the heat of the summer while enjoying the beauty of painted ceilings ... |
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The Palace holds 23 houses and three gardens. The size of this palace demonstrates the struggle for power within Prague. Not to mention the desire of male dominance. The entire i ... |
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Like most churches and cathedrals in Prague, the Church of St. Thomas is decorated with painted walls and ceilings. The alter is decorated with gold statues and beautiful carving ... |
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This street well known street is named after poet and journalist, Jan Neruda. Today this narrow street is known for its beauty as well as what is located on this street.
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The name of Maltese Square comes from the Knights of Malta. In 1169 these knights established a monastery near the Church of Our Lady Below the Chain.
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Kampa Island is a natural island formed by the Vltava, also known as the Devil's Stream. In the beginning of Kampa Island, it wasnt much of a sight, a few gardens here and there ... |
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Next stop at our walk on the Royal Way is the Charles Bridge. Before we step on it we pass through the Old Town Bridge Tower. This was built at the same time as the bridge and sy ... |
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Vojan Park is located on Kampa Island. The park is common among locals as well as tourists for its beauty. It serves as a great place for children to play as well as providing sh ... |
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The Infant Jesus of Prague is located in the Church of Our Lady Victorious. The statue itself is dressed in a blue gown at the alter. Around the statue is a mixture of gold, silv ... |
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The Waldstein Riding School is located in the garden of the early Baroque palace constructed for Albrecht of Waldstein by Italian architects Andrea Spezza and Nicolo Sebregondi. ... |
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The smaller tower - the romanesque one, a relic of the Judita's Bridge, was constructed in the 12th century. The higher one is 200 years younger (1464) and its late gothic archit ... |
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