DATE: June 2024
COMMENTARY:
Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, has a rich and varied history dating back over a millennium. Below I provide you a brief brief overview:
1. Early History and Foundation
DATE: June 2024
COMMENTARY:
The Velvet Revolution was a peaceful, non-violent uprising in Czechoslovakia that took place in late 1989. The revolution led to the end of 41 years of communist rule in the country and the transition to a parliamentary republic.
I am providing for you a concise summary:
DATE OF VISIT
14th May 2024
COMMENTS
Just a stroll around Prague in beautiful, warm sunshine and with camera at hand! I hope that you enjoy the photos...
“When future generations ask what we fought for, just tell them the story of Lidice.”
Frank Knox, US Naval Secretary (1940 - 1944)
LIDICE
In 1942, Lidice was a small Czech village located approximately 20kms from Prague and 8kms from the town of Kladno.
DATE OF VISIT
April 2019 and May 2024
WHERE DID I STAY?
Not applicable
COMMENTS
DATE OF VISIT: 2nd April 2024
COMMENTS
Strahov Monastery is a Premonstratensian abbey founded in 1143 by Jindřích Zdík, Bishop John of Prague, and Vladislaus II, Duke of Bohemia. The abbey is located in the Strahov area of Prague and its situation allows for commanding views over the city and the Petřín Park.