#201

Received: April 24th, 2014
From: Michaela (Prague, Czech Republic)
Depicts: Vltava river, Charles Bridge, Lesser town and Hradcany castle

This is the first of three postcards that Michaela kindly sent me, after I proposed swapping with her, because I've been very interesting in Prague, it seems such a beautiful city! This is another card that shows this part of city, with the river Vltava, Charles Bridge, the Lesser Town and the city's castle. Actually, Michaela told me a little more about it: this is the biggest castle complex in the world and its oldest parts are from the 9th century. The castle has been a seat of power for Kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman Emperors and Presidents, as it is currently the official residence of the President of Czech Republic. The main attraction is St. Vitus Cathedral, founded in 1344, with typical Gothic architecture, where the Bohemian crown jewels and tombs of kings are kept in a hidden room in it.

Postcard stamp: 

None, since it came in an envelope.

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