Discover Prague's Secrets: Top 8 Fun Facts You Never Knew About the City of a Hundred Spires!

1. Prague's Own Eiffel Tower

With all the Eiffel Tower envy going around, Prague decided to build a not-so-mini-me in their backyard: the Petřín Lookout Tower, which stands at 63.5 meters, has an octagonal cross-section instead of lattice steel columns, and was constructed in just four months in 1891, attracting over 557,000 visitors annually to ascend its double-helix staircase.
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2. Secret Messages in the Astronomical Clock

When the clock struck mayhem in World War 2, Prague's astronomical clock tower turned into a cosmic crime scene: The resilient timepiece, built in the 15th century, survived the chaos and divulged secret messages hidden within its statues, all while maintaining its title as the oldest functioning astronomical clock on the planet.
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3. Skull Parade and Shopping Spree

You know that feeling when you can't decide between attending a skull parade and going on a shopping spree? Well, in Prague, you can do both: On St. Wenceslas Day (September 28th), the Arch Bishop of Prague parades the skull of St. Wenceslas from Prague to Stará Boleslav, while larger shops close and food courts adjust their hours, giving you all the festive vibes and bites as you celebrate the patron saint of Bohemia and Czech Statehood Day!
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4. John Lennon Wall - Graffiti Road of Peace

You might say it's the "Graffiti Road" of Prague: The John Lennon Wall, once a symbol of political protest and now a canvas showcasing peace, love, and freedom, stood against the communist regime in the 1980s. Now an Instagram hotspot, the wall retains its Beatles and Lennon references, albeit now only splattered by professional street artists due to legal restrictions.
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5. Strahov Monastery's Library: Secret Bond Location

Hold on to your martinis, Bond aficionados, because this bibliographic bombshell is about to shake, not stir, your understanding of Casino Royale's filming locations: The Strahov Monastery's stunning library in Prague may have graced the silver screen, but it discreetly doubled as the House of Commons library in London, not its true Czech identity.
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6. Prague Castle: Metropolis for Fairytale Characters

Prague Castle isn't your typical fairytale home to a Disney Princess, but more like a metropolis fit for an entire ensemble of royals, wizards, and woodland creatures: Spanning an impressive 70,000 square meters, this behemoth of a complex encompasses a multitude of palaces, gardens, defense towers, and halls - all showcasing diverse architectural styles, reflecting Prague's rich history and splendor.
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7. Plzeň: Birthplace of the World's First Pale Lager

In a world drowning in ales, one Czech city dared to lighten things up: Plzeň, in 1842, boldly introduced Pilsner Urquell, the first pale lager beer, snatching the spotlight and tickling taste buds worldwide. The serious reveal: renowned for its bottom-fermented process and Saaz hops, Pilsner Urquell set the golden standard for lagers, and today, continues to flow proudly in countless countries, inviting you to embrace your inner brewmaster with a tour and taste at its original birthplace.
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8. Kafkaesque Tour de Force in Prague

Move aside Gregor Samsa, for a Kafkaesque tour de force awaits you in Prague: The city boasts a treasure trove of Franz Kafka's life, from his birthplace and former residence, to a museum showcasing his diaries, manuscripts, and photos, as well as plaques commemorating his life and work, proving the metamorphosis of his legacy lives on gloriously in the Czech capital.
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