The castles of Prague date back to the fifteenth century. The Castle of Prague is an administrative area that sits atop the city's tallest peak. It is the world's largest ancient castle, comprised of churches, streets, gardens, and residences. The Castle of Prague covers a total area of 70,000 square metres. It houses various precious historical items, including holy relics from St. Vitus Cathedral and Bohemian gemstones. The castle of Prague was constructed in the 9th century during the reign of Pršèmysl, the first ruler of the Czech princes and monarchs.
Its power expanded during the 12th and 13th centuries. Today, it is an amazing complex of buildings that includes three courtyards, the 19th-century Chapel of the Cross, St Vitus Cathedral, a castle, and a monastery. The castle took on its current look between 1753 and 1775, when Austrian Empress Maria Theresa ordered its refurbishment. The castle was once home to the Kings of Bohemia and is now the official residence of the Czech Republic's President.
The castle's main entrance, which faces Hradcany, was once an unprotected location where the castle's servants lived. In 1320, the town was granted city status and enclosed by a wall. In 1541, a fire almost totally destroyed the town, which was eventually rebuilt in the Renaissance style. Prague was restored in the Baroque style after it became a royal town in 1598. It has stayed perfectly to this day. P. Platzer's stone giants will greet you at this gate after beating their opponents. You can take photos with the soldiers standing on either side of the gate. They change every hour, and the ceremony attracts a considerable number of tourists.
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