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- Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 11:45 PM
- 🌙 13 °C
- Altitude: 193 m
- Czech Republic Střelecký ostrov 50.0832, 14.4144850°4’60” N 14°24’52” E
Walking the Rudolfinum's Blue Carpet
May 30, 2019 in Czech Republic ⋅ 🌙 13 °C
Tonight we went to a concert at the Rudolfinum, the 'Orquestra de Cadaques'. It was one of the events in the Prague Spring Festival, an annual 'must' experience for classical music lovers.

A beautiful environment & beautiful music. We felt a bit self-conscious doing it, but walked up & down the 'blue carpet'!

On the way back to the apartment, Charles Bridge was crowded, despite the time. Took a pic of an ornate lamp post & the castle in the distance (not the greatest shot).

A long day but a very good one overall. ☺☺ 💤💤Read more
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- Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 5:07 PM
- ☀️ 19 °C
- Altitude: 197 m
- Czech Republic Střelecký ostrov 50.08328, 14.4147450°4’60” N 14°24’53” E
St. Vitus Cathedral Jawdropping!
May 30, 2019 in Czech Republic ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
This has to be one of the most beautiful cathedrals we have ever seen! Lots of history. The stained glass windows were uber impressive, my favorite being the Art Nouveau panels by Mucha. Diane felt the cathedral was far more opulent & ornate than any of the French cathedrals she's seen.

The 287 steps to the top of the South Tower were a challenge I couldn't resist. The reward for a very laborious climb in a tight winding stairwell? The 360 degree views of Prague that were even more spectacular because it was a sunny & cloudless day.

Prague is known as 'The City of 100 Spires' - wonder how many were captured in the three pictures posted? It may be hard to see but there is a tower on Petrin Hill that is fashioned after the Eiffel Tower in Paris.Read more
Looks spectacular!
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It certainly is jaw dropping! I love the stained glass. (Joyce)
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Enjoying your photographs - everything looks amazing. (Joe)
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- Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 9:22 AM
- ⛅ 13 °C
- Altitude: 193 m
- Czech Republic Střelecký ostrov 50.08321, 14.4144950°4’60” N 14°24’52” E
Day 3 - Castle Fortification Breakfast
May 30, 2019 in Czech Republic ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
We had breakfast at Cafe Savoy in the Maya Strana/Little Quarter area. O. M. G.

The service was excellent & the food was 10/10. Decided to recreate some of the dishes for Chris after I'm home.

An added bonus was being able to see into the baking area on the lower level.

Fortified for the day, we hopped on Tram 22 which took us within a block of the Castle. Took a bit to figure out ticket validation the first time, but we had it aced on the return trip.Read more
Every day I look forward to hearing (and seeing) details of your experiences in Prague. So glad you are enjoying your time there. (Joyce)
5/30/19Reply
Do hope you tryed the Apple Strudl at Cafe Savoy. PS love the colours, pink looks good. Jan
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Lin's Prague JournalThanks Joyce. I'm looking for a pic with your name on it!
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- Wednesday, May 29, 2019
- ☁️ 12 °C
- Altitude: 193 m
- Czech Republic Střelecký ostrov 50.0832, 14.4144850°4’60” N 14°24’52” E
This One's For You, Joe!
May 29, 2019 in Czech Republic ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C
After dinner I took a pic of the nearby Dancing House. Coincidentally, a commuter train was going by AND it was covered in beer photos! Pretty cool, eh?
Pretty cool. Looks like it flopped into the next building. Chris
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Wow! Your photo journal is outstanding. Looks like you are enjoying everything. Joe
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Lin's Prague JournalJoe, thanks! Coming from an uber photographer, that makes my day!
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- Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 10:18 PM
- ⛅ 12 °C
- Altitude: 193 m
- Czech Republic Střelecký ostrov 50.08322, 14.4144950°4’60” N 14°24’52” E
Day 2 - For The Foodies in my Life...
May 29, 2019 in Czech Republic ⋅ ⛅ 12 °C
Tonight Diane & I celebrated our birthdays at the Botel Matylda Restaurant (www.botelmatylda.cz). It was easily a 10/10! Pleasant environment, customer oriented service & artful presentations. My salmon was cooked to perfection and the rhubarb dessert with raspberries and a peanut dumpling was awesome! Going to the Castle tomorrow so sure to work off the calories!Read more
So where is the rest of the salmon meal? Certainly rivals the egg on toast I had.....sigh ....Chris
5/30/19Reply
Lin's Prague JournalHey, just think of all the fresh new ideas I'll bring home to make for you! 💕
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- Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 8:07 PM
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- Czech Republic Střelecký ostrov 50.08318, 14.414550°4’59” N 14°24’52” E
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This One's for You, Annette!
May 29, 2019 in Czech Republic ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
Saw this knitted art creation entitled Frida Kahlo in the courtyard by the National Theatre, created by Czech artist Eva Blahova. (http://knittedsculptures.com). Can you imagine how long it took to make it?

Saw it again mid-afternoon another day & took more pics.

The theatre is very close to our apartment as is the Vltava River which wends its way through Prague.Read more
Very cool!!....but I think I'll stick to my small dishclothes😊 Annette
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Lin's Prague Journal 😊👍💕
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- Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 3:21 PM
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- Altitude: 197 m
- Czech Republic Střelecký ostrov 50.08315, 14.4144950°4’59” N 14°24’52” E
Day 2 - Spanish Synagogue in Jewish Town
May 29, 2019 in Czech Republic ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
Our last major stop of the day was in Josefov.

The Spanish Synagogue is closing for renos on June 1st and we weren't certain we'd see it otherwise.

Outside it stands the famous statue of Kafka - pretty weird as are many of the sculptures here. This particular one is by sculptor Jaroslav Rona who says he found inspiration from Kafka's short story 'Description of a Struggle'.

The synagogue is beautiful in its ornate details and has a spectacular organ. It includes the history of Jews in Bohemia and Moravia in the 19-20 century and a display of synagogue silver from those regions. It is a popular venue for classical music concerts.Read more
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- Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 12:58 PM
- ☁️ 12 °C
- Altitude: 199 m
- Czech Republic Střelecký ostrov 50.08316, 14.4145950°4’59” N 14°24’53” E
Day 2 - Cubist Museum
May 29, 2019 in Czech Republic ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C
The Cubist Museum is located at the House of the Black Madonna. We had lunch in the cafe, decorated in cubist style & possibly the only one in the world. Would have liked to see more exhibits but enjoyed what was there, especially the novel furnuture which is NOT comfortable at all! The cubist paintings, not so much.

An unexpected view was the cool staircase in the building.Read more
Yumm, desert picture my favorite. Chris
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- Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 10:05 AM
- 🌧 11 °C
- Altitude: 193 m
- Czech Republic Střelecký ostrov 50.08321, 14.4144950°4’60” N 14°24’52” E
Day 2 - Art Nouveau at its Finest!
May 29, 2019 in Czech Republic ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
Today we got a relatively early start & explored Old Town. We walked along Karlova (Charles Street), on a mission to reach Municipal House for a tour we'd booked on line.

Municipal House (The People's House) holds much historical significance to Czechs. It is an Art Nouveau masterpiece on every scale. For example, each room has a theme that is reflected in the wall decor, hand embroidered draperies, chandeliers, vent covers & more! (http://www.obecnidum.cz/en/)

Look closely & you can see the shadows of cleaning cloths on the dome - it was a bit disconcerting to see the shadows of people washing it from above us, but a testament to how well the building is being maintained.

We were fortunate to see/hear some orchestra members practising on stage in Smetana Hall. This is one of Prague's reknowned music venues & we'll be attending a classical concert there on Friday night, one of the events in the International Spring Festival.

As a final stop, we dropped in to the Amerikan Bar on the lower level. Not only is it the oldest bar in Prague but it was was the first to allow women to enter unaccompanied by men. Had 'water with bubbles' & on the way out, I took a cool mirror pic of Diane. (http://www.obecnidum.cz/en/shop/american-bar/)

A great start to our day!Read more
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- Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 8:02 PM
- ⛅ 15 °C
- Altitude: 197 m
- Czech Republic Střelecký ostrov 50.08319, 14.414550°4’59” N 14°24’52” E
Day 1 in Prague
May 28, 2019 in Czech Republic ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Prague is a very beautiful city, first impressions. The old, majestic & ornate buildings and the inticately cobbled streets contrast sharply with modern transportation and the fast pace but it all 'works'. We walked along the river and could see the historic castle on a hill behind the Charles Bridge. Had dinner at Cafe Slavia and called it a night. Check out the rum baba dessert - couldn't resist!Read more
Doesn't look to rainy so thats good. Keep up with those low cal deserts and you will look like a model when you return lol xoxox
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Happy for you, looks like you are going to have a fantastic vacation. The baba looks irresistible.
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That last comment was from your brother Joe, hit enter by error...
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