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This monumental gate (just to the left of the Municipal House) dates from 1475 and was rebuilt at the end of the 19th century. Renovated in the mid-1990s, the gold fixtures stand out brilliantly against the tower, now darkened... more

By the side of St Vitus Cathedral, this round artillery bastion was part of the castle fortifications and served as a workshop for gunsmiths and an alchemist in the 16th Century. There is a permanent exhibition of medieval arts... more

The Prague City Gallery uses this extraordinary Gothic palace as its prime site for temporary exhibitions. Past shows have featured Czech surrealism, Art brut, Joan Miro, German landscapes and a biennial of young Central Europe... more

Fans of organ music can visit this battered-looking Gothic church three or four times a week at 5pm for concerts featuring J. S. Bach, Purcell, Pergolesi, Handel et al. The accompaniment could consist of anything from a soprano... more

Located on Prague's largest square (Charles Square), the current New Town Hall is a remnant of the 14th-century original and the site of the city's first demonstration. Encouraged by Hussite leaders, an angry gang stormed the t... more

As soon as you enter the Theater Milénium, you recognize that the building itself makes a dramatic statement about the clash between old and new. This incredible venue is host to many talented performers. more

Architecturally, this multi-purpose behemoth resembles a recently landed Martian spacecraft come to colonize Earth. In fact, the wide range of year-round programming is impressive enough that the promoters could likely colonize... more

The Stone Bell House is impossible to miss, as it's located right on the Old Town Square. It's remarkable Gothic architecture dates back to the 13th century and its' reconstruction dates back to about 1310. During the reconstru... more

This building once held the Russian Embassy Complex and is an example of Socialist-realism architecture. Now, various cultural events are held here. And they have a bar. more

Walk down history at Prague and enjoy the architecture along the magnificent Nerudova Street. This beautiful street is the pathway to the Prague Castle and is frequented by tourists. The stunning houses that line up this ancien... more