Prague. I’m not even sure where to begin. I guess the truth
is I really didn’t know what to expect traveling there. I had heard nothing but
good things about the city and I was really looking forward to going but I had
no idea how much I would come to love it. It is absolutely beautiful. The
architecture, the views, our hostel, throw out one cranky waitress and the trip
was perfect.
Allyse and I arrived in Prague Sunday night and headed
straight for our hostel. When we walked into our room I think both of our
mouths dropped to the floor. Keep in mind we were both a little nervous because
we had booked an 18 person mixed dorm, (don’t worry we questioned our judgment
on that one as well), but we had an entire room to ourselves. Three guys were
on the other half but were probably the nicest and funniest people we’ve met
thus far, so we didn’t mind. The
room was clean, the beds were very comfortable, the showers.. one word: HUGE.
It was perfect.
Monday morning we woke up bright and early to take in all of the sights. We headed to the river and walked across the famous Charles Bridge. It was built during the 1300s but today features various artists, bands, and cute little vendor shops. It offers up some of the most picturesque views of the city. We ate lunch at a bagel shop our hostel recommended and our stomachs left very pleased. After lunch we walked up to the top of the Prague Castle. If I thought the views from the Charles Bridge were pretty I had no idea what was in store for me there. We could see all of Prague. The cute red roofs, the river, the bridges, it was beyond breathtaking. We explored the city some more, ate Mexican food for dinner, and headed back to the bridge. I have to say the atmosphere of Prague changes at night and if it’s possible the city becomes even prettier.
Monday morning we woke up bright and early to take in all of the sights. We headed to the river and walked across the famous Charles Bridge. It was built during the 1300s but today features various artists, bands, and cute little vendor shops. It offers up some of the most picturesque views of the city. We ate lunch at a bagel shop our hostel recommended and our stomachs left very pleased. After lunch we walked up to the top of the Prague Castle. If I thought the views from the Charles Bridge were pretty I had no idea what was in store for me there. We could see all of Prague. The cute red roofs, the river, the bridges, it was beyond breathtaking. We explored the city some more, ate Mexican food for dinner, and headed back to the bridge. I have to say the atmosphere of Prague changes at night and if it’s possible the city becomes even prettier.
Tuesday Allyse and I did one of our favorite activities,
shopping. We walked around Old Town Square and into all the cheesy souvenir stores.
While I’d like to claim I came up with my punny Facebook album title, Czech
This Out, I actually saw it on a shirt there. (I also may have bought the
shirt..) We also watched the huge astronomical clock in the middle of the square
go off on the hour. While the clock is beautiful and slightly strange I really
didn’t understand the fascination with it. It was very entertaining walking
into the square though and seeing all of the people stopping and staring at it.
One of my favorite parts of the day was sitting at a restaurant in the square
just eating ice cream and talking with Allyse. We were there for a good three
hours and then walked home in the pouring rain. While slightly miserable it was
also hilarious. What a great travel buddy!
Prague, you were great to us. I know I will be returning one
day to explore this beautiful city even more.
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