Prague is divided into districts which are clearly marked on all the street signs. We are staying in Stare Mesto, the Old Town. Within a few streets is Josefov, the former Jewish quarter. In spite of the proximity, we have signed up for a walking tour as part of our HopOn HopOff two day bus … Continue reading Josefov: Prague’s Jewish Quarter
An Aussie Abroad – Travel Stories
Back in 2013 this blog started its life as 55 Days with Gwen – the story of two months travelling the Balkans with our good friends Jay and Waddy.
Since then, it has grown to include much more.
Click on the drop-down boxes for stories of our travel adventures in a specific country or use the search box at right.
Obecni Dom: The Prague Municipal House
The Obecni Dom, or Municipal House, is not the first place that Prague tourists think to visit. It is a civic building and concert hall located in the Republic Square, right next to the Powder Gate. Concerts are regularly held in the Smetana Hall. The hall can accommodate a symphony orchestra, however during the summer … Continue reading Obecni Dom: The Prague Municipal House
Prague Sightseeing: From Tourist Kitsch to Just Plain Kitsch
There are some sights that one expects to see in the main cities of central Europe. Horse drawn carriages for example. They are there only for the tourists, and even though they have 'tourist trap' written all over them, it is hard to resist a stately drive around the city streets. A lot of the … Continue reading Prague Sightseeing: From Tourist Kitsch to Just Plain Kitsch
The Reluctant Retiree 