Hradcany, Prague

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Overlooking the city from its high point on the left bank of the Vltava River, Hradcany contains one of Europe's largest medieval castle complexes. An independent borough until 1784, this neighborhood consists of historical palaces and medieval churches, which guard some of the country's greatest cultural and artistic treasures. Although not as old as Prague's famed old town, the district remains one of the most photographed urban areas in Europe, its centuries-old spires and towers appearing on countless postcards, posters, and tourist brochures. While at the southern end of the district's central square, point your camera toward the rooftops of the old town, visible on the other side of the river. Arrange your visit to Hradcany and discover more family-friendly attractions in Prague using our Prague online travel route planner.

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By vanessatY9375JE

we visited castle in photoshooting experience with Prague Best Experience agency and we have so many nice photos

we visited castle in photoshooting experience with Prague Best Experience agency and we have so many nice photos more »
By PlacesCases

If you visit Prague, you must see Hradcany Palace. You can get a glimpse of it in a short movie, published in my YouTube channel @placescases7866, but live it impresses much more with its...

If you visit Prague, you must see Hradcany Palace. You can get a glimpse of it in a short movie, published in my YouTube channel @placescases7866, but live it impresses much more with its... more »
By Raintree_Thailand

Historical hilltop neighborhood that is the setting for the Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, numerous palaces, and (now) government offices; cobblestone streets, small alleys and lots of great...

Historical hilltop neighborhood that is the setting for the Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, numerous palaces, and (now) government offices; cobblestone streets, small alleys and lots of great... more »