Prague

Last Day in Prague

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September 13th 2008
Long Day. Hiked up the hill through the Little Quarter to the castle and cathedral. The castle is in fact a town in itself dating back to prior to 1300. It is reputed to be the largest castle in Europe. Crowds of tourists and tour groups are oppressive. People everywhere. Walked across the Charles Bridge the oldest bridge in Prague with towers at either end. Most streets and sidewalks are cobblest ... read more

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Following the First World War, the closely related Czechs and Slovaks of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire merged to form Czechoslovakia. During the interwar years, the new country's leaders were frequently preoccupied with meeting the demands of ot... ... read more