In the Middle Ages, there were rumors that Charles Bridge was built by an architect who sold his soul to the devil. And he did this so that the most popular attraction in Prague - the Charles Bridge - would stand for many centuries. However, the devil helped the bridge's strength and longevity, or a smart architect is a moot point. The twenty-seven-year-old young architect did not waste his time. He thought for a long time, but nevertheless he came up with how strong the stones could be held together. And caravans of carts from all over the Czech Republic reached Prague. The carts were immediately unloaded, the solution was mixed, and now tourists from all over the world can admire this unique monument of medieval architecture.
Prague's landmark is Charles Bridge, the place with which many Prague legends are associated. The first stone was laid by Charles IV on July 9, 1357 at 5 hours 31 minutes. The time of the bookmark was predetermined by astrologers. They believed that this was the most favorable moment of the year. Having entrusted the construction of the bridge to a young architect, Charles IV made the right choice. For a very long time, he was looking for a composition that would forever fasten the stones of the bridge. And I found it. It was egg white. Eggs for the construction of the bridge were delivered by carts from all over the Czech Republic. And it was the right decision. Charles Bridge has survived many eras and events in the life of the Czech people in its lifetime.
Charles Bridge is 516 meters long and about 10 meters wide. It connects the two banks of the Vltava River. It is the longest bridge in Europe during the Middle Ages. The bridge is fortified with three towers and supported by 16 arches. Charles Bridge connects two famous districts of Prague - Lesser Town and Old Town. Each sculpture has its own legend. Thirty sculptures and sculptural groups of saints adorn the main attraction of Prague, Charles Bridge. The best sculptors in Europe at that time created this unique composition. Before the creation of the sculptures, the main decoration of the Charles Bridge was three towers - the Lesser Town Bridge Towers and the Old Town East Bridge Tower.
The sculpture depicting Christ on the cross was called "Calvary". It exists to this day. This place was sacred among the Czechs. Here executions were carried out, the most important events were announced and punishments were carried out. For example, unscrupulous artisans were immersed in water in an iron cage. This discouraged doing their job carelessly. After that they were dragged to the Charles Bridge and released home in wet clothes.
The most famous bridge in Europe has its own tourist traditions. At the sculpture of St. John of Nepomuk, one of the most revered saints by Czechs, you can make a wish. Touch the sculpture and ask him to fulfill his request. They say that everything comes true.
Landmark of Prague - Charles Bridge is also called "the bridge of a thousand kisses". If lovers kiss in the middle of the bridge, they will never be apart.
Believe it or not, if you are on vacation in Prague, take a walk along the Charles Bridge. The spirit of the Middle Ages, mixed with a romantic mood, will remain in your hearts for a long time.
Choose early morning for a successful photo shoot. At this time, there is not a lot of tourist traffic on the bridge. You will take wonderful shots for a travel photo report.
