PRAGUE PANORAMA
PRAGUE, the capital of the erstwhile Czechoslovakia and the state of Bohemia (the notion of “the Bohemian lifestyle comes alive here), at the turn of the 13th century, was bigger than London or Paris and has been one of the most coveted cities in Europe.With its cobble stoned pathways, the Charles bridge astride the Vltava river, with the majestic Chateau Prague (purportedly the largest castle complex anywhere in the World) as the backdrop, and an enchanting tapestry of architecture comprising Baroque, Renaissance and Gothic styles, Prague exudes magic and romance – this is truly a city to “fall in love in” and one that you cannot depart from, without having fallen in love with!
Fairly amazing that this city of 1.2 MM inhabitants attracts almost 7 MM+ tourists each year, slated to double in the next five!
KARLOVY VARY and CESKY KRUMLOV
KARLOVY VARY - a delightful little town with character that so surprised me! Besides hosting Europe's second most celebrated annual film festival (second only to Cannes), the town has been the "spa of choice" for the European gentry and aristocracy for centuries, given its therapeutic hot springs and romantic ambiance that rejuvenates the body, the mind, the spirit and the soul!
KARLOVY VARY - a delightful little town with character that so surprised me! Besides hosting Europe's second most celebrated annual film festival (second only to Cannes), the town has been the "spa of choice" for the European gentry and aristocracy for centuries, given its therapeutic hot springs and romantic ambiance that rejuvenates the body, the mind, the spirit and the soul!
CESKY KRUMLOV, a majestic castle and its ramparts overlooking a picturesque little town- medieval architecture, secret alchemic symbols a la Knight Templars, a torture museum as well as some fairly opulent furnishings and art that leaves one enthralled and in awe. Second only in size to the Chateau Prague, this is one of the best preserved castle towns in the Czech Republic, and is truly magical!
PLEASE CLICK ON 'PLAY' TO VIEW A MUSICAL SLIDESHOW OF MY PHOTOS FROM KARLOVY VARY AND CESKY KRUMLOV:
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