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Vyšehrad.
Perched on a hill overlooking the Vltava, Vyšehrad is a medieval fortress‑turned‑park where sweeping river vistas blend with the soaring neo‑Romanesque Basilica of St Peter and Paul and the serene Vyšehrad Cemetery, the final resting place of Czech literary giants.
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Perched on a hill overlooking the Vltava, Vyšehrad is a medieval fortress‑turned‑park where sweeping river vistas blend with the soaring neo‑Romanesque Basilica of St Peter and Paul and the serene Vyšehrad Cemetery, the final resting place of Czech literary giants. Wander its historic walls, explore the charming casemates
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Cultural · 1-2 hours · Vyšehrad is the rock of Czech history – a place where the past meets the present. Discover its transformation from a royal castle to a fortress and finally to a national symbol.
Cultural · Varies · Address : Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul Štulcova, 128 00 Praha 2-Vyšehrad, Czechia ... Airway Basilica of Sts.
Outdoor · Varies · The most important points of interest to visit in Vyšehrad are: Vyšehrad Fortress, Church of Saints Peter and Paul and Vyšehrad Cemetery (burial place of Czech celebrities). It is definitely not a must in Prague but if you have time, I think ...
Cultural · Varies · In spite of his impoverished beginnings, František Křižík is celebrated for his technological innovations. These include an improved arched lamp, the first municipal powerplant in Czech lands, and the tram line in Letná. He supplied all of the lighting for the 1981 exhibition, with the illuminated fountain as his crowning achievement.
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