Charles Bridge (Karluv Most): is one of Prague’s most famous landmarks. It connects the Lesser Town with the Old and New towns and was built in 1357. The bridge is for pedestrians only and is lined with a number of stalls selling local arts and crafts as well as buskers, beggars and street-entertainers. Jewish Quarter (Josefov): was once a thriving hub of activity. However, towards the end of the 19th century, the area was cleared of people to make room for new and impressive Art Nouveau buildings. The Jewish Museum, Jewish Town Hall and the old synagogue and cemetery keep the Jewish feeling and traditional atmosphere alive. Old Town Square (Staromistske Namisti): dates back to the 12th century and can be found in the heart of the city. Today, the square is brimming with stalls selling all sorts of local crafts as well as restaurants and horse-drawn carriages that are available for hire. In the centre of the square, you will find a memorial dedicated to Jan Hus. The Old Town Hall can also be found here and has a fascinating heritage. Prague Castle (Prazsky Hrad): dates back to the 14th century and is an imposing sight. It towers above the city and can be seen from every street corner. The castle’s grounds comprise three courtyards, authentic ancient walls and stunning gardens. The castle once housed kings and emperors of the Czech Republic and today it is home to the priceless crown jewels. St Vitus Cathedral (Katedrala sv Vita): is the largest church in the Czech Republic. It is situated within the grounds of Prague Castle and took over 600 years to complete, largely due to the decline in Prague’s wealth and status. The chapel is dedicated to the first Czech martyr, Saint Ludmilla, and should not be missed. St George’s Convent can also be found within the cathedral and is the oldest monastery in the country. Wenceslas Square (Vaclavske Namesti): is not a square, as the name suggests, but is a long street. It is where the revolution began in 1989, but today it is a lively shopping district with a number of upmarket and designer shops. The St Wenceslas Memorial and the Lucerna concert hall can also be found here. | 
