We found our way to the Charles Bridge on our last day in Prague. An amazing setting full of atmosphere and historical significance. The bridge was built by Charles IV, though he did not live to see it completed as this happened during the rein of his son, Wenceslas IV.
During the Middle Ages, dishonest traders were suspended from this bridge in baskets. In the 1600s, those that fought against the Habsburgs (the royal family) were beheaded and put on display at the end of this bridge on the tower. It was also on this bridge that the treaty was signed to end the Thirty Years War. The history surrounding this bridge is compelling!
Beautiful Baroque sculptures line the bridge on either side, some quite moving.
During the Middle Ages, dishonest traders were suspended from this bridge in baskets. In the 1600s, those that fought against the Habsburgs (the royal family) were beheaded and put on display at the end of this bridge on the tower. It was also on this bridge that the treaty was signed to end the Thirty Years War. The history surrounding this bridge is compelling!
Beautiful Baroque sculptures line the bridge on either side, some quite moving.
After crossing the bridge, we came upon a charming little park which allowed the children to stretch their legs and run off a bit of energy:
After strolling along the river, we decided it was time to see the city by boat, and what a treat it was! A beautiful day, amazing views, paddling along the river, truly a wonderful memory! 
Following another perfect day in this, in my humble opinion, perfect city, we enjoyed a lovely dinner at a French restaurant called Celeste. It was just on the bank of the river overlooking the castle, to say the views were spectacular does not even come close! 
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