DATE OF VISIT: 10th July 2024
COMMENTARY:
NOVÝ SVĚT
Nový Svět, which translates to "New World," is a quaint and charming area located in the Hradčany district of Prague, not far from the Prague Castle.
DATE: 2nd July 2024
COMMENTS:
The Jewish Quarter of Prague comprises several sites and these are:
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 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: 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.