After boozing with urine at lunch, we all took a tour of the old city of Prague. Prague is known world-wide for its architecture.. And for good reason.. There were all types of buildings there! It was really neat to see. We got to see one of the only buildings in the world that is built in a "Cubism" theme. I didn't really appreciate it as much as someone who knew what they were talking about would, but it was pretty cool to see.... 
We also got to see the astronomical clock. Remember the clock from Olomouc that went on and on for fifteen minutes? This one was just the opposite! It was a ten second performance.. Not too impressive, but glad I got to see it.. The clock is really intricate and old.. haha* I have to mention that Prague is one of the most preserved cities in Europe. This is because Hitler wanted to live there after he went on his crazy streak.... During WWII, Prague essentially went untouched. This is one of the reasons I was so excited to come to the Czech Republic! Prague was pretty cool, but I have to admit my disappointment. After going to Spain and Greece DAYS before, I was a little let down. I am glad I got to go, but I missed my palm trees.. :)
We also got to see the astronomical clock. Remember the clock from Olomouc that went on and on for fifteen minutes? This one was just the opposite! It was a ten second performance.. Not too impressive, but glad I got to see it.. The clock is really intricate and old.. haha* I have to mention that Prague is one of the most preserved cities in Europe. This is because Hitler wanted to live there after he went on his crazy streak.... During WWII, Prague essentially went untouched. This is one of the reasons I was so excited to come to the Czech Republic! Prague was pretty cool, but I have to admit my disappointment. After going to Spain and Greece DAYS before, I was a little let down. I am glad I got to go, but I missed my palm trees.. :)
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Jeremy would have LOVED This tour with all the architectural stuff!
One of Prague's most famous sights is the Astronomical Clock in the Old Town Square. We booked a room in one of the Prague hotels right in the opposite to the closks - wanting to be close to everything. There are many legends and stories about the astronomical clock. Some are true and some are doubtful. The original construction of the clock was in 1410. The clock has undergone repairs and additions over the years. It was severely damaged by Nazi fire during World War II. The Nazi's completely burned the Town Hall and almost totally destroyed the clock. It was restored to its current condition by the citizens of Prague after the war. Everytime the clock has been repaired or renovated there have been new additions added to it. Originally the clock had no moving statues or characters, which attract the crowds today. It was built strictly for its astronomical data. It is definitely something to see. But I could not understand all of the excitement by the crowds of tourists that gather each hour for its display.
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