The first thing that comes out on the internet, Facebook or Instagram, when you enter the word Prague, is either a picture of Prague Castle or the whole text why this place cannot be missed. But it is not just about the Prague Castle and its first, second and third courtyards, it is about the whole complex of monuments that relate to the Prague Castle and which we can find nearby. And today I would like to show you a list of things you should not forget to visit.
Rosenberg Palace
This palace was built after a fire in 1547 by the lords of Rosenberg. Until 1600 it was connected with the Royal Palace, thanks to Rudolf II, who had taken it to his property. It lasted until the middle of 18. century, in which Maria Theresa had the palace rebuilt to the so-called Institute of the Nobleman. In this institute, they raised up girls from nobility. The aim was to make them real aristocrats. After 1919 the Institute was canceled and the building continued to be used for the needs of the Interior Ministry. Now you will find an exhibition in which you can see furniture and objects used by the noblemen. Also, you can witness The chapel of the Virgin Mary.
The Basilica and the Convent of St. Jiří
One of the oldest Romanesque buildings where worship was held. Basilica St. Jiří, formerly a church built by prince Wroclaw. In 973, the first Benedictine monastery was founded at the church and some of its parts have survived to this day. Until 1055, the basilica served as a Premyslid burial ground. Later, Prince Wroclaw was buried here.
In the 13th century, the Chapel of Saint Ludmila was added. Together with the monastery, they are one of the oldest temples here. In the 18th century, the Chapel of St. Jan Nepomuk was added.
Tower of Mihulka and Daliborka
The Mihulka Tower was built in the 15th century and became the most powerful tower. It once served as a workshop, a famed dungeon, or storage for gun powder. Today Mihulka Tower serves as a space for a permanent exhibition of a mapping military unit.
The Daliborka Tower was built by Vladislav Jagellon and served as part of the fortification and as a prison. Named after his first prisoner, Dalibor of Kozojed. Since their construction, the spaces have not been used for any other purpose.
Other places you can visit include the Lobkowicz Palace, built in 1702 by the architect of Bohemian Baroque Giovanni Battista Alliprandi. Part of it is its garden. You can also visit The Golden Aisle, where you will find permanent expositions reminiscent of the life of periodic writers and artists. The writer Franz Kafka lived here, for example. Last but not least, you can visit the Riding Hall and the Prague Castle Picture Gallery, serving as exhibition halls. In the spring it is worthwhile to go to the Royal Gardens.
From our external collaborator Tereza Kultová