May 28, 2015
Charles Bridge
The view of the Castle District from the bridge, which spans the Vltava River.
Charles Bridge was commissioned by Charles IV (go figure!) in 1357.
There are 36 Baroque saints which are located at various points across the bridge. This statue of the crucifixion is located at the half way point.
Verdict: Hmmm.... well, this kind of falls in line with what I said about Old Town. It's not that you necessarily HAVE to see Charles Bridge before you die. It's a beautiful, historic, scenic, pedestrian-only bridge offering you the chance to meander at your own pace and just soak in the sights and sounds of everything around you. BUT, it's just a bridge. However.... you have to see Prague at least once in your life and nobody would ever dream of going to Prague and not experiencing a walk across the famed Charles Bridge.
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