- it's a very beautiful time. It is filled with bright colors of pictures of the outgoing summer and captivates the imagination with unprecedented power! Today we will present you 10 things you must do in Prague to feel this city and fall in love with it completely!

1. Put on a windbreaker and walk across the Charles Bridge

It is difficult to name the exact number of bridges in Prague ... It is believed that there are 18 of them. Each bridge has a history and a legend. Each is marked by a specific architecture. Therefore, wandering along the bridges of Prague is like a free tour on which you can explore the past! Charles Bridge is the most famous and oldest bridge in Prague, its symbol and visiting card! Of course, it is impossible to see all the bridges of Prague, but you should definitely visit the Charles Bridge!

1. Stop and listen to street musicians

They gather every day on the Charles Bridge. There are also many souvenir merchants and artists. You can just take a walk and feel the atmosphere of tourist Prague.

1. Slow down and walk around the Old Town Square

Here is the famous Old Town Hall with an astronomical clock dating back to 1338, the Church of St. Mikulas, the monument to Jan Hus, the Kinsky Palace, the Tyn Church and the House at the Stone Bell.

1. Drink mulled wine to warm up

The tradition of slowly drinking mulled wine and warming yourself with this drink, even in the autumn coolness, has been preserved in the Czech Republic for many years. In Prague, this drink is made especially tasty and fragrant. This only happens here!

1. Discover the secrets of the Old City

The inhabitants of Prague assure: it is best to come here in the evening, when it is consecrated with lights and when some special mysticism is present here ...

1. Breathe in the air in the parks

They say that Prague is an open-air museum, which is distinguished by a large number of parks. All of them are well-groomed and comfortable. We recommend walking through the gardens of Prague Castle, on the island of Kampa and Petřine. The Wallenstein Gardens will not leave anyone indifferent!

1. Look at autumn Prague from above

To do this, you should go to Petřín Hill. If you don't like walking, you can go up there by funicular. But it's better to walk along the orchards... At the top of Petrin there is a copy of the Eiffel Tower, which offers the most beautiful views of the city! Until October, you can still look at the flowering of roses in the rose garden.

1. Feel the luxury of palaces and castles

There are many beautiful castles in Prague itself and its environs, each of which has its own destiny and history. Undoubtedly, the Prague Castle, located in the capital of the Czech Republic, is incomparably beautiful.

Křivoklát Castle is another ancient castle located near Prague.

Also, if you have the opportunity, visit Mnisek pod Brdy - this estate is famous for its black beer.

Loučeni is the most popular baroque castle, which even got into the Guinness Book of Records thanks to its labyrinths.

1. Spend an evening in a cozy restaurant

Prague is also famous for its restaurants serving traditional dishes and fine wines. It is advisable to choose an institution with beautiful views of the city and be sure to book a table by the window. Taste traditional Czech dishes and enjoy a glass of wine or a glass of beer.

It is simply impossible to describe Prague in one article! Tell about all its sights too! Yes, and in general, it is better to see once. See and fall in love: once and for all.

So, if you are from Prague, you:

1. Know what it means to meet under the tail (pod ocasem). The vast majority of Prague residents know that the meeting is scheduled on Wenceslas Square - at the statue of the bronze horse of St. Vaclav.

2. Don't drink absinthe (never).

3. Drink beer (after all, beer is cheaper in Prague than soft drinks).

4. Wear blue jeans (Pragueans love blue jeans and wear them everywhere: to the office, to parties, and even to awards shows).

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5. Use public transport.

6. You know transport etiquette (give way to the elderly and pregnant women in the tram).

7. Tell someone that he is on the wrong side of the escalator (you need to stand on the right side so that everyone can freely go down the left side).

8. On the subway train, try to get as close to the door as possible.

9. Watch or have watched the television series Ulice (an endless story about Czech "real life").

10. Love sarcasm (Prague people like to play pranks on themselves and their friends in a peculiar manner).

11. Don't go to parties in Lucerne and Karlovy Lazne.

12. Speak softly (Pragueans like to resent the fact that tourists speak very loudly).

13. Understand the difference between Karlak and Charles Bridge.

14. Hate those who ride Segways.

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15. Avoid the main tourist streets on your route (try to walk along quiet streets or courtyards).

16. Prefer bio/vegan/healthy food (many Praguers don't even know how to cook goulash and chops).

17. Be careful not to step into dog poop (especially in the Zizkov area).

18. Do not go to shops/cafes/clubs on Wenceslas Square (only when absolutely necessary).

19. Call a taxi by phone (Pragueans do not get into a taxi on the street because of inflated prices. By the way, the other day in Prague I passed over taxi drivers who overcharged tourists. You need to know that the maximum Prague fare is 28 crowns per 1 km).

20. Keep the dog (Pragueans walk their dogs to keep fit, or carry small dogs in bags).

21. Read free Metro newspapers in the morning (you can pick them up at metro stations until 9 am).

22. Always find a reason to celebrate something (holiday, name day, birthday, divorce, wedding - it doesn't matter).

23. Do not show your emotions in public, no matter what happens (for example, you make an indifferent face if you meet a celebrity on the street).

24. Leave less than 10% of the amount in the bill for the waiters (for example, if the bill was brought for 340 kroons, you will leave 350 kroons).

25. Go to Letna for a picnic (but still think it's a good place for sports).

26. Watch matches of Sparta or Slavia (you need to choose one of these teams and be sure of your choice).

27. Pay with a contactless card and wonder if it can't be done.

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28. Take advantage at crosswalks (and don't want to wait for a passing car to stop and let you through).

29. Hate if someone calls you "Eastern European" (Pragueans are not Eastern Europeans, they are Central Europeans. Prague is further west than Vienna).

30. Look tired / unhappy / important under any circumstances.

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How to dress in Prague?

In Prague people dress the same as in other European cities. Well, maybe a little more elegant. One feels the closeness of Italy, where wealthy fashionistas and fashionistas replenish their wardrobe. There are, of course, those who cannot afford it. But in the center of Prague, the difference between the rich and the poor is hardly noticeable.

Tourists from different countries merge here into one mass. Experienced travelers dress to be comfortable. There is a lot of walking in Prague, and the weather can change several times a day. It rains often, so a windbreaker or umbrella is a must. When going for a long walk around Prague, it is better to grab something warm, as the temperature can drop significantly in the evening.

The color of the clothes doesn't matter. In the warm season, Czechs, like many Europeans, prefer neutral light colors in clothes. But there are also exceptions.

During the cooler months, practical Czechs tend to opt for darker clothing. Although there are always those who want to stand out from the crowd or emphasize their status. Therefore, when going to Prague, do not focus on the color of clothes. It is better to take on a trip only what you feel comfortable in.

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Tours to the Czech Republic always remain popular with Russian tourists, despite the lack of stability in a number of other European destinations. You can travel around the Czech Republic at any time of the year, and you always need to know about the rules, traditions and laws of this country, located on the very border of the cultures of Western and Eastern Europe. Well, things that you should not do in the Czech Republic, you need to know long before the stage of preparation for the trip itself.

Change currency outside banks

This is one of the most important rules for a tourist in the Czech Republic. All banks have strict control over foreign exchange, so you can safely exchange rubles for crowns without fear that the commission will exceed the declared 3%. The party should bypass street exchange points, especially those located near train stations and crowded tourist areas. There, guests of the Czech Republic can not only be deceived with the exchange rate, but simply robbed.

Buy souvenirs in "tourist" areas

This rule is elementary, and applies to many Czech cities, as well as many sights. As we have on Red Square, and in Prague on the Charles Bridge, any souvenir will be several times more expensive than in a regular store on the next street. There will definitely not be any exclusives here, well, and few people want to pay an extra 5-10 euros for a trinket. By the way, the same rule applies to cafes with bars located near lively sightseeing places.

Get into a taxi on the streets and stations

Absolutely all taxis parked on the streets of Czech cities operate at an increased rate for foreigners. Taximeters in such cars may not be at all, or they will be hidden, and the trip very often ends with an amount that is quite consistent with a two-day stay in a hotel. It is best to order a taxi by phone, having previously learned about the prices.

Talk to Czechs about politics

Politics is a slippery topic throughout Europe, and especially in the countries of the former socialist bloc. The older generation of Czechs does not have open hostility towards Russians and the communist past, many even speak Russian quite well. But you can’t say the same about young people: T-shirts with a crossed-out hammer and sickle are everywhere here. In general, the topic of politics is not the best reason for discussion, and in some cases it can cause a loud scandal with assault.

Trust strangers on the street

Street fraud is the most common offense in the Czech Republic, the victims of which are tourists. A zone of increased danger for everyone - half-empty subway cars and other public transport, evening streets and the outskirts of the city. In no case should you respond to the statement of a person dressed as a policeman, but not presenting a certificate and a special badge. Also, you should not respond to the offers of pretty girls to have a good time - for this, there are completely legal "adult" bars in the Czech Republic.

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Forget food culture

The Czechs treat the culture of eating almost as zealously as their Balkan neighbors. Dishes of national cuisine here are a source of pride, and local beer has whole drinking rituals. For example, in the Czech Republic it is considered bad form to eat beer with anything other than smoked sausages. It is also considered barbaric to drink beer from bottles or cans - the Czechs themselves buy a foamy drink exclusively for bottling, or drink it in bars. By the way, the famous dumplings in restaurants are usually served in such portions that not every tourist is able to eat them in one go.

Trying to buy strong alcohol

Recently, due to the mass poisoning of the population with counterfeit alcohol, a law was passed in the Czech Republic completely prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages with a strength of more than 20%. However, underground bootleggers are still finding ways to sell vodka, scotch and other spirits. An attempt to sell a prohibited product and its purchase and storage are now considered a serious administrative violation. If purchased alcohol is found, the police have every right to arrest a tourist for a few days.

Seek "forbidden" adventures

It's no secret that prostitution in the Czech Republic is legalized, but this business is often used by dishonest people in order to lure tourists into a not very pleasant story. Very often, available girls are accomplices of robbers and swindlers, who, in turn, often have a “roof” in the nearest police station.

Important: Drugs in the Czech Republic are also partially free for sale, but for exceeding the amount of possession of marijuana or hashish, you can earn a criminal charge. This legislation applies to tourists much stricter than to ordinary Czechs, so you should think a few times before tasting the forbidden fruit.

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Giving tips to servants

Having given the waiter or maid a “tea” once, you need to be prepared that you will have to pay extra on top every time, otherwise the servants may simply refuse to do their job. They do this based on the ignorance of tourists - in most hotels and restaurants, the tip amount is already included in the final price tag, so there is absolutely no need to extend extra bills to staff who profit from tourists.

Break the rules of Czech etiquette

The fact that a Czech is different from any Russian is an obvious fact, but there are several things in the mentality of this people that you need to know about in advance. Firstly, Czechs hate familiarity- addressing a stranger with “you” here is tantamount to a great insult. Secondly, the level of emancipation in the modern Czech Republic is so high that considering a woman the weaker sex is considered something close to discrimination. Czech men do not even let close ladies in front of them through open doors, thereby showing respect for their rights.

Visit "promoted" museums

The rule is more relevant for Prague than for the rest of the Czech Republic, but in large cities it remains relevant. The fact is that modern tourist programs very often have museums as sponsors that have appeared in the Czech Republic quite recently. He especially likes to get promoted among youth groups of tourists. Sex Toy Museum in Prague, which no one advises to visit, if only because the entrance ticket there costs about 10 euros in terms of kroons.

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On the territory of the Czech Republic there is a sign marking the geographical center of Europe, so Prague is no different from other neighboring countries. When compared with, the air temperature in Prague will be 5-7 degrees higher when you arrive or. Summer and winter in this city are also milder than in our capital. However, the natural disasters of recent years do not allow us to say anything for sure, so check the weather forecast before your trip.

On a winter trip, you should not take heavy warm fur coats and sheepskin coats - the best option would be sports-style clothing, for example, a puff and jeans. Freezing while walking around Prague is simply unrealistic - on every corner you will find small and very cozy restaurants and bars where you can always warm up. On your feet, take winter sneakers or boots with low heels, low, comfortable wedges.

In general, sporty style will be appropriate in Prague at any time of the year. Arriving in the city center, Prague-1, you no longer want to sit on any - in the central part you need to move only on foot so as not to pass any of the interesting places. Do not deprive yourself of this pleasure - walking through old Prague, and take care of comfortable shoes. In spring, summer and autumn, sneakers or comfortable low-heeled shoes come in handy here again - after all, all the streets in the center are cobbled, and you won’t get far in heels.

Jeans and sweatpants will also be appropriate all year round, but if you are traveling in the summer, why not show off in a light colored sundress, a beautiful dress? By the way, consider that you will want to attend a performance or go to a concert. Prague is not only a geographical center, but also a center of the arts. Take smart clothes with you, in which you can go to the theater or in the evening to a restaurant. And this is where heeled shoes come in handy.

The Czech Republic is a small European country that tourists love to visit. The mild climate, an abundance of historical monuments, excellent cuisine, the famous Czech beer, and even relatively good service annually attract a huge number of people here - dozens of times more than the indigenous people live in it. But to make your trip enjoyable, perhaps you should know a little more about how to communicate with the local population, what is customary here and what you should never do.

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If you want to feel more comfortable in this country, try to learn some of the most common Czech words before your trip and buy a small phrase book. It will be easier for you to establish contacts with the local population, even if you are only here for a few days. But it is also very good if you can communicate in - or in - . By the way, many elderly Czechs are also fluent in the language.

Czechs are for the most part polite and sociable people, although they are very reserved and may even seem aloof, closed, unsmiling to you. But they do not know you at all and are not obliged to happily rush to meet you! Be polite, be sure to greet hotel staff, guides, shop assistants and bartenders. Do the same if you need to clarify your route, you get lost or are looking for something. As a rule, the Czechs do not refuse to help.

Try to be punctual. If you have an appointment or, come on time. Firstly, this quality is highly valued (and not only in the Czech Republic) and, secondly, you will not need to rush. Haste, fussiness, running around look stupid and ridiculous in the eyes of calm and unhurried people.

Do not push in line and do not push forward. You should also not be indignant and somehow express your dissatisfaction with the excessive waste of time. If you're so impatient, why are you waiting in line at all?

If you have come to visit various monuments and sights, you will surely have to visit at least one of the many functioning and well-visited churches. Remember that the entrance to the temple implies a certain style of clothing. Women should not enter in trousers and miniskirts, with bare shoulders or breasts. As a precaution, take a pareo or a light cape with you, and if necessary, you can tie it around your waist or throw it over your shoulders. Men should not enter the church in shorts. It is better to immediately put on trousers for a walk.