Wenceslas square

Wenceslas square is the most important in Prague. Sometimes people gather here for a demonstrations. For example, the Velvet Revolution took place here in year 1989. Temporary exhibitions and seasonal markets are held here. When the Czechs win in football or hockey, for example, they also come here to rejoice.

Also it’s good area for shopping. A lot restaurants and pubs are located here. Tourists and locals walking through this square. Life is in full swing here!

Wenceslas Square - is part of New Town, which is historicall part of the city. Previously Prague was not united city, it was composited from four cities: New Town, Old Town (down of square), Lesser Town and Castle Town. Only on the end of 18th century all this towns had united in one big city - Prague.

The story of New Town is - initially there was Old Town only. Which was surrounded by high stones wall because of enemies or wild animals. When free place for building run out into the city, it was decided to expand the place for living. That’s why the wall was removed and right on this place, where you are standing now, start to create a new one city. The name of wich was New Town. Because it was New on the moment of construction.

Photo: Alesia - guide in Prague