Charles Bridge in Prague
Exactly at 5:31 a.m. on July 9, 1357, Emperor Charles IV laid the foundation stone of Prague's most famous bridge. The king's choice was not accidental. According to astrologers, such a combination, which reads the same forwards and backwards (a so-called "palindrome"), brings good luck.
The medieval bridge across the Vltava River connects
the historic districts of Prague: Malá Strana and Staré Město
The monument will celebrate its anniversary on Sunday with a public program. The celebration will begin at 6:30 a.m. (due to daylight saving time) with the sound of fanfares, then the bridge will be blessed by Marek Pučalík, a member of the Order of the Crusaders with the Red Star.
View of Charles Bridge from the Vltava River
As part of the festivities, guests can expect unusual excursions. For example, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., you can take a river cruise to see the bridge from an unconventional perspective – from the water.
Charles Bridge rests on 16 powerful arches,
faced with hewn sandstone blocks
You can also learn about the history of the bridge by walking across it with a guide. The first tour will depart at 6:30 a.m., the last at 8 p.m. Their main theme will be mystical and mysterious stories associated with the ancient monument.
Charles Bridge is always crowded with tourists
By the way, to have time to see as many sights of the Czech capital as possible, it is best to rent a car during your trip. Experts recommend a company that has its own fleet of cars and can meet the needs of the most demanding customers. Free car delivery, full insurance, and the possibility of payment by bank card guarantee guests of the Czech Republic a carefree time in beautiful Prague.