Trek to St. John Monastery Under the Cliff

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June 7th 2015

Published: June 7th 2015

Yesterday's task specific functional trek was the toughest yet. The distance wasn't a big deal, but the 90 + degree weather was hotter than we have experienced to date, and much of the 22 km we walked required crossing steep ridges and valleys. Despite our sore quads today, the end was well worth the effort as we enjoyed a delightful visit to Svaty Jan Pod Skalou (St John Under the Cliff). We took... Read Full Entry

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taking a break from the heat

almost there...

crossing the river on the way back to the train station

looking back over the ridge we had climbed

view from the bridge looking back toward Prague

Perfect timing...sun was just starting to set

Waiting for the train back to Prague

Impressively punctual

St Clement's Anglican Church, Prague

Back to traditional church service this morning at St Clement church

The roses in Prague are in full bloom, including this bush outside St Clement

Faded frescos instead of ornate paintings

Simple high alter lacks ornate decorations, but is still beautiful

Decided to walk home through Old Town square

Statues on the Charles Bridge watching over St. Vitas Cathedral in the background

Charles Bridge statue

St John of Nepomuk

5 stars circling his head; the bright brass plaques are where people touch to ensure they will return to Prague

touching the St John plaques...just for good measure

Stopped by the Lenon Wall just to see the graffiti changes since our last visit

8th June 2015

Connie
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Remembering Karlstein & St Charles Bridge
I remember how much I enjoyed our visit to Karlstein when I was there with you several years ago. Cathie & I didn't venture out into the countryside nearly as far as you guys did on this trip however. As I recall, it was somewhat challenging just getting up the hill to tour the castle. Looks like your adventure was a pretty tough trek...but absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing the photos. These pics also take me back to St. Charles bridge - with great fondness; without a doubt the most impressive collection of religious statuary I've ever seen. My pack is currently weighing in at 16 lbs (w/ 1 bottle of water). Still need to trim some weight. Press on. Buen Camino!

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