The Significance of the Alchemist’s White Peacock
I’ve written about the Royal Way in Prague – the path that the procession to a coronation would take through the city of Prague. I’ve also noted the connections to
The Best Places to View a City from
If there is one thing that fascinates me about cities, it is the view from the top of a skyscraper. Nothing quite beats the moment of “Good Grief!” that hits
The Legend of St John’s 5 Stars
Uniquely amongst Catholic saints, the statue of the Bohemian St John of Nepomuk has 5 stars on its halo. Catholic tradition usually portrays the Virgin Mary with stars (and all
Prague’s Darth Vader
There are many things Prague is known for – Charles Bridge, the Prague castle, weekend breaks – but connections with Darth Vader tend to be few and far. Which isn’t
The Mystery of Mercury in the centre of Prague
As you approach the Old Town Square, heading down Celetna, you will be forgiven for missing the Golden Angel that stares down at you while you saunter across the cobbled
Revealing the House of the Black Madonna
Behind the hustle and bustle of Prague’s shopping district, just off the Fruit Market (Ovocny Trh), the House of the Black Madonna stands watch at the junction of the market
Entering Prague like a King – The Powder Tower
When touring a city, we tend to see it the way it is now. After centuries of development, certain nuances are lost or hidden and it is only if you are particularly resourceful that you can discover certain treats the city has to offer.
Lost Prague – Tesnov Train Station
Like any city, Prague has lost certain elements of its past to the mists of time. Now, these items live on only as a name whose significance few understand. The lost train station at Tešnov is one such element of Prague's past.
5 Useful Tips for Hassle-Free Train Travel from Prague
The train system from Prague is well-connected to most central and eastern European destinations which makes train travel from here particularly easy. Here are my 5 top tips to travelling
The Legend of the Golden Well
Prague is a city built on legends and stories which abound with every street corner. One of my favourite activities here is to roam around noting the magnificent designs on