Czechia
Our final stop on the tour was Prague, Czechia. Formerly called the Czech Republic, it is a country of interesting contrasts. Our schedule only allowed time to explore Prague, but the sights were incredible..
Kunice, Czechia on our way to Prague. The buildings on the right are not distorted - that's actually the way they are built ... The Dancing House designed by Frank Gehry
Segways are a popular form of transport around Prague. Note the cobblestone streets
The gate to the courtyard of St. Vitus Cathedral and the Czech Palace
A colorfully uniformed guard at the Palace and Cathedral of St. Vitus
St. Vitus Cathedral
The tower of St. Vitus Cathedral
Stairs leading from the Cathedral and Palace center to the city center
Boats on the Vitava River, which bisects Prague
St John of Nepomuk, who among other things, is the patron saint of swimming. He was chucked off the bridge for not breaking the vows of silence concerning confession. It is why he is usually depicted making the shhhh sign. Detail on the Charles Bridge over the Vitava River in Prague. Note the locks of love.
Old Town Bridge Tower is a gothic monument located in Prague, Czech Republic. Its construction began in 1357 AD, during the rule of the Emperor Charles IV. It was designed by the architect Petr Parléř.
The world famous astronomical clock on the Old Prague City Hall. It has been in operation since at least 1410.
Men dressed in traditional Czech attire
The Legii Bridge, gateway to Shooters Island in the Vitava River. Access is from an elevator in the middle of the bridge.
The Bedřich Smetana Museum (Muzeum Bedřicha Smetany) as seen from Shooter's Island in the Vitava River. The museum is dedicated to the life and works of Czech composer Bedřich Smetana (1824–1884), the first composer to write in the Czech language rather than German.
Uniquely designed paddle boats are available for rent to ply the Vitava River
Sunset over the Vitava River