December 29, 2011
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Not just because Prague is a popular destination for holidaymakers. It is one of the European cities in its original architecture that has the least damage fro the war. Prague has beautiful architecture from Art Nouveau to Renaissance, as well as Cubist and Gothic style.
When in Prague, you must not miss the Prague Castle which is the biggest castle in the world.
It has been around since the 9th Century!
Imagine, this is the Lennon Wall. It was said that there are John Lennon-inspired graffiti and lyrics from songs by the Beatles. An important yet symbolic wall full of graffiti that represents youth ideals in the country.
Next on the list that you must see is the 'Old New Synagogue'- Europe's oldest active synagogue. The reason why you must see it is becauseit was spared during the Nazi's destruction, so it means it was never entered by the Gestapo during the war!
Everybody will surely advice you to check out this unique Astronomical Clock. It has a dial that represents the position of the sun and moon in the sky. You must also try to catch the 'Walk of the Apostles' and the speciality about this clock is also the calendar dial with medallions.
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Melissa And Doug Toys
funny art
March 03, 2011
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Prague, Czech Republic
November 23, 2010
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The Old Jewish Cemetery
was established in the first half of the 15th century. Along with the Old-New Synagogue, it is one of the most important hictoric sites in Prague´s Jewish Town. The oldest tombstone, which marks the grave of the poet and scholar Avigdor Karo, dates from the year 1439. Burials took place in the cemetery until 1787. Today it contains some 12,000 tombstones, al though the number of persons buried here is much greater. The cemetery was enlarged a number of times in the past. In spite of this the area did not suffice and earth was brought in to add further layers. It is assumed that the cemetery contains several burial layers placed on top of each other. (more info)
was established in the first half of the 15th century. Along with the Old-New Synagogue, it is one of the most important hictoric sites in Prague´s Jewish Town. The oldest tombstone, which marks the grave of the poet and scholar Avigdor Karo, dates from the year 1439. Burials took place in the cemetery until 1787. Today it contains some 12,000 tombstones, al though the number of persons buried here is much greater. The cemetery was enlarged a number of times in the past. In spite of this the area did not suffice and earth was brought in to add further layers. It is assumed that the cemetery contains several burial layers placed on top of each other. (more info)
April 05, 2010
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