The Two Suns of Prague
An enigmatic cartouche of two suns watches you as you walk up to Prague’s famous Castle complex. On either end of the suns, two faces in profile look in opposite directions;
Prague’s Golden Apples
Prague castle boasts one of the most spectacular views of the city. On your way up, you can see the Golden Apples of Greek mythology hanging above a doorway.
The Golden Ship of Prague
Wandering the back streets of Prague, it’s easy to forget you’re in a bustling city. Prague is like that – busy in one street but quiet and residential in another.
Warsaw and Copenhagen – The Mermaids
Legends about mermaids have persisted throughout the ages and in various cultures. I wonder what it was about fish that made people think that a half-human half-fish creature could be
A Gargoyle of a Czech Boy
Gargoyles are a common feature on Gothic or medieval buildings. They are primarily meant to ensure water does not trickle down masonry, but some of them are merely decorative.
The House of the Golden Hive
The centre of Prague certainly has many legends and stories associated with it. This is quite obvious; the centre is older than the outskirts so it’s reasonable to expect more
Astrological Signs in Milan’s Duomo
The Duomo in Milan – the huge marble cathedral that dominates the city – contains many artefacts and works of art. I wasn’t expecting to see the astrological signs on
The Golden Wheel
The thoroughfare in Prague between the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square is always packed. As tourists cross the junction with Rytirska street, many don’t realise a alchemist’s symbol –
Prague’s Golden Sun
I’ve written about the Black Sun of Prague and the connection between esotericism and this symbol. Prague also features a Golden Sun on the facade of one its buildings too. (The
The Black Sun of Prague
I’ve written about symbols visible in Celetna Street in Prague – The Black Madonna, the White Peacock and the Powder Tower. At No 8, you can see a decorative Baroque symbol of