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Czech capital is steeped in history

Posted: September 23, 2012 at 2:49 a.m.

The main square in Prague’s New Town Quarter, Wenceslas Square, has been center stage for much of modern Czech history — and its big equestrian statue is a can’t-miss-it place to meet up with friends.

The main square in Prague’s New Town Quarter, Wenceslas Square, has been center stage for much of modern Czech history — and its big equestrian statue is a can’t-miss-it place to meet up with friends.

Known as the “Golden City of 100 Spires,” Prague boasts a fairy tale medieval Old Town, historic churches and synagogues, and perhaps Europe’s largest castle. A good way to introduce yourself to the city, its layered past, and its resilient people is with a walk across town, starting on lively, urban Wenceslas Square, weaving through the atmospheric Old Town, and ending at the picturesque Charles Bridge.

Highlights of Prague

The beautiful and historic city of Prague lies at the center of Central Europe. (By Lisa Burnett)
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Travel, Pages 54 on 09/23/2012

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