Prague

I had heard a lot about Prague before going there, so I had pretty high expectations of the place.  Fortunately, I wasn’t disappointed.   I don’t know if it’s because of the warm colors and beautiful architecture of the buildings, the lively crowds of people from all over the world that roam the streets, or maybe just all the cheap beer that is constantly flowing, but the city has a great energy about it.

I could hardly have asked for a better stay…the weather was chilly, but the sun was shining for the entirety of my four days in Prague.  My hostel was perfectly homey, I met some great people, and I managed to check everything off of my Prague sightseeing list while still enjoying Prague’s nightlife.

I accomplished all the “must-sees,” like the famous astronomical clock in Old Town Square, the Charles Bridge with its rows of Baroque statues, and of course the massive Prague Castle that perches on a hill overlooking the city.  I also visited the busy, boulevard-like Wencesclas square in New Town, the tower on Petřín Hill (which looks like a smaller version of the Eiffel Tower), the old Jewish Quarter, and the Lennon Wall.  And in between all the sightseeing, I was busy sampling the ridiculously unhealthy Czech specialty of fried cheese, drinking Czech beer, and dancing until the wee hours in one of Prague’s many night clubs.

After such a great stay, Prague is definitely going on my list of favorite places.  It felt very safe, and it is extremely tourist-friendly (many restaurants had menus in at least four languages, for example).  It is inexpensive yet elegant, historic but progressive, and small enough to be walkable while still big enough to keep visitors well-entertained.   So, if you have the chance to visit Prague, take it.  You won’t be disappointed!