Leftovers
Finishing off the Prague photos that didn't really fit with anything else. On our immediate left is a really cool statue of a huge bird flanking the Italian Embassy. Shades of Big Bird from Sesame Street. Next: At one of the major city parks overlooking the city, there used to be a giant statue of Stalin. It was taken down shortly after Czech independence was obtained and now in its place is a gigantic metronome. Interesting choice, but a little random. Why not build a gigantic pickle or a humongous fork? And what the hell happened to all the old monolithic statues of Communist leaders? You could probably come up with a half-decent museum just by displaying all the artwork of ancient Communist leaders, if they haven't already been melted down into scrap metal.
Sunset over Prague Castle from the edge of town, our first night while taking a walk.
Hare Krishnas parade down the streets of Prague. 
posted by nathanhellman @ 1:04 PM
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The streets of Prague (or Praha) are worn. Walking through Old Town, I began to wonder if the wear and tear was due to the age of the place or all of the many tourists that the fall of Communism has ushered in. Nevertheless, it is not the street surface that will draw your attention. The entire city is like a giant tapestry with full of tourists,entertainments, Prague hotels, restaurants,which perfectly varied in its design, full of a splendid array of outstanding and exemplary architecture. Gothic towers, Baroque facades, and Romanesque columns surround you as you weave your way through the twisting streets of Old Town.
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