The capital of the Czech Republic is an amazing place that attracts thousands of tourists every year. Prague with its centuries-old history forever leaves bright moments in memory. And this is not surprising, because the whole city is shrouded in an inexpressible atmosphere of grandeur, tranquility and tranquility. There are many sights in Prague, but most of them are located in the Old Town - the historical center of the city. One of the main is the Old Town Square, the address of which is known in Prague to everyone. Its area is 15 thousand square meters, so be prepared for the fact that for sightseeing Old Town Square you will need more than one hour.
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Historical reference
About the Old Town Square, surrounded today by houses, the facades of which are executed in the styles of rococo, baroque, renaissance and gothic, is known since the XII century. In the past, it was a huge market, which was located at the intersection of trade routes from Europe. In the XIII century, the townspeople called it the Old Market, and a century later - the Old Market. In the XVIII century, its name changed many times. The square was also called the Old Town Square, and the Great Old Town Square, and the Great Square. And only in 1895 the modern official name was assigned to it.
For its centuries-old history, this place had occasion to see both solemn coronation processions and large-scale tragedies. In the fifteenth century, armed clashes and loud executions took place on the square. In 1621, 27 soldiers were executed here, who were participants of the Stav resistance. Today in memory of them on the sidewalk near the town hall towers 27 crosses, decorated with swords and crowns. The monument to Jan Hus, which is set on the square, also reminds passers-by of a tragic event, for it was here that this famous Czech preacher was executed.
The most beautiful square in Europe, representing an architectural and historical ensemble consisting of the Town Hall, the Tyn Church, the Palace of Kinsk and numerous sculptures, is a Czech cultural monument.
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Sights of the Old Town Square
Walking in the Old Town Square, you will see the sights that you, without doubt, will impress. Among them is the old town hall, erected on the square in 1338. In this architectural complex, consisting of several buildings, it is impossible not to pay attention to the main attraction of the Old Town Square and the whole of Prague as a whole - an astronomical clock. Today in the town hall there is a wedding hall, which is the most popular in the Czech Republic.
On the Old Town Square is also located Tyn Cathedral - the main symbol of the capital of the Czech Republic, St. Nicholas Church, which is built in the Baroque style. Not far from Tynsky Cathedral is the Tyn yard, which in the past was the center of merchants. He was separated from the city by a powerful wall with a deep moat.
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Another outstanding monument in the Old Town Square - the Palace of the Golts-Kinsky, erected in the middle of the XVIII century. Today the National Gallery is located in the walls of the palace. And not far from the palace you can see several examples of medieval architecture: the mansion "The Minute" (Renaissance), the house "The White Unicorn" (early classicism) and the house "The Bell" (Gothic).
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At the Old Town Square today, restaurants, luxury boutiques, clubs are open. Walking around the area, which is a pedestrian zone, you will get a lot of positive emotions that will forever remain in your memory. In order not to miss any of the attractions of Old Town Square, get a map of the city, which in Prague is sold in every kiosk and souvenir shop.
You can get to the Old Town Square both by metro and by tram. And in the first, and in the second case, it is necessary to leave at the stop of Staromestsk. The sharp spiers of the Tyn Cathedral, which can not be overlooked, will serve as a guide for you.