Prague: Vol.04 - Across the City

Mostecká extends the bridge into Malá Strana, transforming a practical connection into the ceremonial approach towards Prague Castle.📍⁠Chapter's Location

From the centre of the bridge, Prague’s geography becomes clear: the river connects the commercial Old Town with Malá Strana and the royal castle above.📍⁠Chapter's Location

For almost five centuries, Charles Bridge was Prague’s only permanent river crossing and the essential link between its commercial city and royal centre.📍⁠Chapter's Location

This monumental Gothic gateway transformed the entrance to Charles Bridge into a statement of royal authority and Prague’s imperial importance.📍⁠Chapter's Location

Bethlehem Chapel made religious debate accessible in Czech and became the centre of a reform movement that changed Prague and Bohemia.📍⁠Chapter's Location

The Estates Theatre reflects Enlightenment Prague’s cultural ambition and preserves one of Europe’s most important connections with Mozart.📍⁠Chapter's Location

This opening follows Prague’s former defensive boundary before entering the medieval streets leading towards Charles Bridge.📍Chapter's Location