CZECH REPUBLIC // Looming above the Vltava's west bank, this madcap montage of spires, towers and palaces dominates the centre of Czech capital Prague like a set from Cinderella and dates back to the 9th century AD. Within its walls lies a fascinating collection of historic churches, museums and galleries that are home to some of the Czech Republic's greatest artistic and cultural treasures. Pretty much every visitor who comes to Prague swings by, but what else would you expect from the country's answer to the Louvre? The world's largest ancient castle, its scale is exemplified in lavishness by the chapel of St (and one-time ruler) Wenceslas, and in sheer size by the Old Royal Palace, with its Rider's Staircase built sufficiently wide to allow knights to enter on horseback!

Prague Castle is a ninth-century castle complex in Prague, Czech Republic. This is the official office of the President of the Czech Republic. It was the seat of power of the Bohemian kings, the holy Roman emperors and the Czechoslovak presidents.

 

Is Prague Castle the largest castle in the world?

According to the Guinness Book of World Records, Prague Castle, with an area of about 70,000 square meters, is the largest continuous castle complex in the world.

 

Why is Prague Castle so famous?

Today, in addition to being the seat of the head of state, Prague Castle is also an important cultural and historical work. The Crown Jewels are kept in Prague Castle, as well as the remains of Bohemian kings, valuable Christian works, artistic treasures and historical documents.

 

Is Prague Castle worth it?