Old and Jewish City – Legends and History

Dear guests of the magnificent Prague!

I invite you to go on a fascinating journey through the ancient city, which will allow you to feel the magic of ancient streets filled with history and legends.

This excursion will be a real immersion in the past, will reveal the secrets of famous sights and give unforgettable impressions of walking through picturesque places.

During our walk we will go through the old streets of the historical center - the Old Town and the Jewish Quarter, learn the amazing stories and legends surrounding the famous symbols of Prague.

We will walk along the Old Town Square, I will tell you about the legendary astronomical clock Orloi and we will see why they have been attracting the attention of tourists from all over the world for more than 600 years, reveal the secrets of the Charles Bridge, admire the splendor of the Tyn temple and the mysterious St. Vitus Cathedral (we will see from the Charles Bridge), shrouded in the atmosphere of the Middle Ages.

Further, our road will lead us to the most elegant street in Prague – Paris, decorated with exquisite facades of buildings of the Art Nouveau and Classicism era, as well as shops of famous brands.

Then we head to the Josefov neighborhood, a former Jewish neighborhood full of mysterious stories.

Here you will learn:

• Why did the idea of Jewish ghettos originate and where did the name come from?
• Who is Golem and why are they looking for him here?
• What are the unique mechanical clocks that go backwards?
• How did the angel of death trick the wise Rabbi Levu?
• What fates connect outstanding writers Franz Kafka and poet Marina Tsvetaeva with this place?
• The connection of this district of Prague with Spain and Kievan Rus revealing an unexpected history.

You will get a lot of new impressions and memories, feel the unique atmosphere of the old city, learn a lot of exciting facts and incredible myths.

Join me on an exclusive tour of the old town and one of the most mysterious parts of Prague, Josefov, and discover the true magic of the ancient Czech city!

We do not visit the Jewish Quarter. We're looking at it!!

Welcome to my personal tour!

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