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elleng

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Thu Sep 22, 2016, 12:02 PM Sep 2016

Five Places to Go in Prague [View all]

Last edited Thu Sep 22, 2016, 05:57 PM - Edit history (2)

'Once defined by its rundown Communist-style housing blocks, uneven sidewalks and graffiti-laced storefronts, Prague’s Vrsovice district has transformed into one of the capital’s “it” neighborhoods. Over the last decade, stylish cafes, craft beer pubs and boutique retailers have moved in, tucked among its colorful rowhouses. With its popular biannual street festivals and vibrant night life, this former blue-collar neighborhood has now become something of a cultural melting pot with a breezy bohemian vibe, attracting an international crowd.'

http://www.nytimes.com/2016/09/25/travel/five-places-to-go-in-prague.html?

SORRY they didn't mention any of the symphony halls, like this: https://www.classictic.com/en/special/municipal_house_prague/622/

Was VERY lucky to find a great concert, including this wonderful, home-grown piece, when we were there a few years ago:



This includes views of the city and river!
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Five Places to Go in Prague [View all] elleng Sep 2016 OP
The absolutely best service from a hotel we've ever had was in Prague. mnhtnbb Sep 2016 #1
I love, love Prague! Solly Mack Sep 2016 #2
Prague is the best! Ernest Partridge Sep 2016 #3
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