About Prague
Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, has developed a strong economy through its well-developed industries, such as electronics, software development, biotechnology, and tourism. Besides its economic significance, Prague is also a city of music and theatre, and you will be amazed if you experience some of the shows. Moreover, you can enjoy your trip with unique dishes like Trdelnik, Goulash, and Chlebicky.
Places to visit in Prague
You should visit these places on your next trip to Prague -
- Winged Lion Memorial: The Winged Lion Memorial is dedicated to the Czech pilots, airmen, and airwomen who served in the British Royal Air Force during World War II. The standing lion on the plinth features Czech granite. The design of the rivets around the plinth represents the fuselage of the fighter planes. The lion is the symbol of both the Czech and the United Kingdom. The split tail of this lion represents the Bohemian lion, and the wings symbolise the wings of the British Air Force. Also, the wings and the circular pedestal form the insignia of the Czech Air Force. Moreover, this memorial is inscribed with the names of the 2507 martyrs.
- The Holy Trinity Column: The Holy Trinity Column was built to express gratitude for the people who died in the plague epidemic in Prague in 1713. The huge pedestal of this column is made of sandstone. The sandstone is further decorated with red and black marble. The column is constructed with a roll of three pedestals and a long pyramid. Also, one can see the statue of the Virgin Mary surrounded by the Bohemian patrons on the whole square of this column. This column also includes the images of St. Adalbert, St. Ludmila, St. Wenceslas, St. Prokop, and St. John of Nepomuk. The symbol of the Holy Trinity is placed at the top of the column. The meaning of this symbol is the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
- Czech National Museum: The main building of the National Museum is located at the Wenceslas Square in Prague. This museum includes five autonomous institutions - the Museum of Natural Science, the Naprstek Museum of Asia, African and American Cultures, the National Museum Library, the Historical Museum, and the Museum of Czech Music. It has a huge archival of Czech and foreign testimonials for natural and historical development. It organises several long-term and temporary exhibitions to enlighten people about zoology, geology, anthropology, and palaeontology items. Also, it collects Czech historical books, their publications, lecturing, and educational activities. The Museum of Music organises a long-term exhibition called 'Man –Instrument –Music' to introduce different musical instruments and the connection between music and humans.
- Farewell Memorial: The Winton Children Farewell Memorial is situated at Prague's Main Station and is dedicated to the British humanitarian Nicholas Winton. He arranged eight trains for the rescue operation of 669 Jewish children who escaped from the Nazi administration of Czechoslovakia. This operation is known as the Czech Kindertransport. Thus, this memorial has been designed as a replica of the train door in 1939. Within that train door, there are the hands of children on one side, and the hands of their parents occupy the other side. It symbolises the final goodbye and thanksgiving expression for the parents of the children.
- Vysehrad National Cultural Monument: The Vysehrad National Cultural Monument was established in 1970. This monument is a part of the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage List and Prague Monument Reservation. The small and clearly defined area of this monument accumulates rich historical values. This place offers a quiet zone for rest, walking, and social and cultural activities. Thus, it has become an attractive tourist spot for foreigners and the locals.
About Prague Airport
Prague Airport or Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (IATA: PRG) is situated about 18 km from the city of Prague. The official address of Prague Airport is Aviatická, 161 00 Praha 6, Czechia. You will get multiple transport options to visit this airport, such as rental car, metro, taxi, bus, and train.