Gothic architecture of Prague

The unique architecture of Prague has always attracted tourists and surprised their uniqueness. Modern Prague - stunning beauty of the city, where a great variety of architectural styles. This is not surprising, because Prague was created centuries , and every era brings its contribution to the development of a multifaceted image of the city .
Strolling leisurely step rather narrow streets, you can endlessly enjoy exquisite beauty of churches, ancient palaces , cobbled squares , wrought-iron bridges , magnificent castles , cozy houses. However incomparable uniqueness of the city gives Gothic architecture that combines many-sided structures .
Of course, Prague is composed almost entirely of the places worth visiting , but speaking specifically about the Gothic , the most popular among tourists enjoy such attractions :
- St. Vitus Cathedral is located on the territory of Prague Castle. The Cathedral is a magnificent building in the 124 meters in length . Here were the coronation and burial of all the royals of the Czech Republic until 1836 .
- The Church of St. James , created by the unique construction and proportions having anybody incomparable acoustics.
- Church of St. Stephan ( Stephan ) , erected the 14th century, and is a Gothic basilica with tower.
- Church of the Virgin Mary , who is considered as the main temple , attracts the eye with its grandeur any tourist , strolling through the old town .
- Church of St. Martin in the wall, built in the 12th century and attracts tourists for its architectural ensemble .
- Charles University with the inimitable gothic bay .
- Not to mention the most beautiful Gothic building in the world of engineering - Charles Bridge , preserved almost intact .
Of course, you can enjoy the gothic and just walking around the streets of the city . In ancient times, the richest citizens to build houses in the Old Town street near the industrial city life. Today you can see the old houses with unique Gothic arched vaults , preserved almost in its original form .

Currently, Prague is one of the most valuable historic cities in the world , as it has the largest urban booking sites. Preservation of monuments is closely monitored by UNESCO and the city officials .