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Romantic Travel to Prague
Home of Budweiser Beer and classical Europe 
Along the Vltava River in Prague. Prague is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Eastern Europe, with good reason. It is the perfect place for those seeking romance, culture, beautiful architecture, and really smooth beer. The capital of the Czech Republic remains one of the most beautiful and well preserved medieval cities in all of Europe, and travellers wantering the cobbles, admiring the beautiful architecture could very well almost believe that they have been transported back in time. The buildings, unscarred by the world wars, present a history of architecture over the last six centuries, from Gothic cathedrals complete with towering spires to Baroque palaces rich in tapestries and art. Start at Prague Castle, the largest castle in the world, set on a hilltop and offering a beautiful vantage point to view the city in its whole. Occupying a space of 7 hectares, you will need an entire day to view the sights this attraction has to offer. In close proximity to the castle lie several majestic courtyards, the National Gallery, the Museum of Military history, the Old Royal Palace, the Cathedral of St Vitus, chapels and more, all a definite must see. The Jewish Quarter, Josefov, is home to six synagogues and a Jewish cemetary. The Pinkas Synagogue, in particular, is a memorial to the 77297 Czech Jews who were killed during the horrifying Holocaust of World War II, and the names of the victims are carved onto a wall of the synagogue, in a chilling reminder of the horrors and destruction of war. If you love beer, you`re in luck. Czechoslovakia, and Prague, is the home to Budweiser beer, and a taste will tell you that the local Budvar is even better. Beer is a staple of the diet of locals here, and pubs and bars can be found all around the city, serving good beer at very affordable prices, often at around US$1 for a pint of their smoothest. Have more beer to wash down the excellent and hearty cuisine. Try the dumplings or the pork, beef and venison in rich gravy. Indeed, the capital of Czechoslovakia, under communist rule until 1989, charms and keep you coming back for more. Search for Prague |
 
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