5 Amazing Buildings in Prague

Prague is known for its historical monuments, romantic nooks, and towers. From an architectural point of view, Prague is full of different colors and shapes. There is always something new to discover. Historical buildings share the city with modern architecture. Here are 5 buildings in Prague, which are interesting and unique. Some of these buildings can be considered controversial by some people. Let’s have a look at 5 amazing buildings in Prague you should see.

The Žižkov Tower

The Žižkov Tower is an iconic Prague building. It was built as a television tower. Since it’s tall, you can’t miss it. It’s a great place to visit. You can go up to the bar and have a beautiful view of Prague while enjoying your drink. Also, there are statues of big babies by David Černý. They are crawling up and down the tower. The babies were meant to be there temporarily, but they became a permanent part of the tower due to their popularity.

The Church of the Most Sacred Heart of Our Lord

The Church of the Most Sacred Heart of Our Lord is also in Žižkov. If you look at this church, it resembles a ship. It was designed by Josip Plečnik. The church is inspired by Noah’s Ark. This church stands in the middle of the park area at the Jiřího z Poděbrad square. It’s right at the metro station. You have a great view of the television tower mentioned above from here. By the way, the whole area of Žižkov is a great place to roam around and discover. There are lots and lots of little shops and restaurants. You can always find something new in this inner-city part of Prague.

The National Theater, The New Stage

The New Stage is right next to the historical building of the National Theater. These two buildings create an interesting contrast between the traditional and the innovative. The New Stage looks like a compact block and its clear design catches the eye of passers-by. You can see both theater buildings and make a nice romantic walk along the Vltava River, just a few meters away.

The Dancing House

The Dancing House is another example of modern architecture that can be found near the Vltava River. When you look at it, it resembles two people dancing – hence its name. The towers of the building are inspired by the dancers Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire. This building was designed by Vlado Milunić and Frank O. Gehry.

The House at the Black Madonna

The House at the Black Madonna is a unique building by Josef Gočár. It’s a wonderful place for all art and design lovers. You can find it on Celetná Street, right in the heart of Prague’s city center. The house is a great example of cubism in architecture. It’s a part of The Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague. In this house, you can visit the Czech Cubism exhibit, where you can admire cubism in paintings, in porcelain, and even in furniture. You should visit the café, which will charm you not only with great coffee but also with the unique atmosphere.

These are 5 interesting Prague buildings worth seeing, but there are many more. If you decide to study in Prague, don’t be afraid to explore. There are a lot of amazing buildings to discover.