Prague: Walking On The Golden City

Located on the banks of the Vltava river is Prague, capital of the Czech Republic, which delights with its medieval appearance and convinces with its multitude of offerings for the traveler. Known for the city of 100 towers or the Golden City, these names show us the importance of architecture in the capital, on one hand the over 500 balconies and towers, some gold, and on the other the legend of the existence of alchemists in this area many centuries ago. With or without the gold, this city is a treasure, especially for tourists from rucksack on his back because of its affordability and interest, to say nothing of its facilities and is that almost everyone speaks English and will gladly help, made appreciated when one is in a strange land. The first thing is to leave the luggage, hotels in Prague as Arpacay Hostel Czech Inn or we will be very useful Krakovska, central and comfortable, let us relax without having to move significantly. Already downloaded the walk back is one of the best options for first contact with the city, remember that the soul of these is in the streets, but to not walk in vain, we recommend the most important points to watch.

Its historic center a World Heritage Site, is a joy in every way. On foot or by bicycle will see the largest medieval fortress in the world, Prague Castle, Gothic art at its best represented in the Cathedral of St. Vitus, the Mala Strana with its squares, churches and monuments, the City Council chaotic Old Astronomical Clock or the enchanting are a few of the many beauties of the city. But above all try to enjoy the pavement, from every corner, every balcony of the house, the essence of Prague is in the little things that make it special.

Buying the Prague Card, which takes about 4 days and costs about 30 euros, you can visit galleries, museums and monuments in addition to discounts at some cafes and restaurants. It can be purchased at any tourist spot and comes with a guide who will describe uses of the card and amenities one can leave the city without tasting beer called Piva, exceptional flavor and very cheap prices. Try dinner at a brewery and pay attention and enjoy the beverage, blonde or brunette, between courses, as would a good native. If beer is not to your liking cafes are everywhere, with exquisite taste in decoration and treatment may sit while the sense of taste works. For culture lovers who have a less tight pocket Black theater is indispensable. Moving stage performance (so will not be language problems) where darkness and light kit are the protagonists, can be seen in other countries but is originally from Prague, so what better occasion than this to enjoy a show well in the city of his birth. Other options are to visit the State Opera or the National Puppet Theatre.

Prague's cultural jewels are numerous just need to organize, wear a comfortable shoe and prepare to enjoy every corner, because here the saying is changed: no 'just' that glitters is gold. By: Almudena Corral