SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF PRAGUE
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Meeting point: Entrance to conference venue, ground floor foyer
Group 1: 9:00–12:00
Group 2: 9:30–12:30
Group 3: 10:00–13:00
Places of interest: Strahov Monastery, Hradčanské Square, South Gardens of the Prague Castle, Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, Nerudova Street, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, etc.
Ticket: 500 CZK (approx. 20 EUR)
The ticket includes a 3-hour guided walking tour of Prague (in English) and headphones for more comfortable listening.
In case of a sufficiently large group, we can arrange a guide in another language (if there are not enough people to form one group for a particular language, English will be provided). Please select your language preference in the registration form.
Tickets can be purchased via the conference registration system in the separate registration form.
Please, make the reservation in advance by August 15, 2024.
Minimum number of participants: 10
Old Town Square
The most significant square of historical Prague. It originated in the 12th century. The square has several dominant features, the baroque St. Nicholas Church (K. I. Dienzenhofer, 1732–1737), the rococo Kinský Palace housing the National Gallery exhibition hall, the Stone Bell House – a gothic city palace from the 14th century – now the Municipal Gallery concert and exhibition halls, and the Memorial to Master Jan Hus sculptured by Ladislav Saloun (1915). The very place where the 27 Czech noblemen were executed on 21 June, 1621, is marked in the square pavement.
Charles Bridge
The oldest Prague bridge built in place of Judita’s Bridge that had been badly damaged by a flood in 1342. The Stone or Prague Bridge renamed Charles Bridge in 1870, was founded by Charles IV in 1357. According to the latest research the construction was started by Master Otto and finished by Peter Parler in 1402. Both ends of the bridge are fortified by towers (Lesser Town Bridge Tower, Old Town Bridge Tower). From 1683 to 1928 thirty sculptures and sculptural groups of the saints were gradually set on the bridge piers (M. Braun, F. M. Brokof, etc.). The bridge is 515 meters long and 10 meters wide.
Prague Castle
A national cultural monument, the symbol of more than 4 millennia of development of the Czech state. Since its foundation in the last quarter of the 9th century it has been developing uninterruptedly throughout the past eleven centuries. It is a monumental complex of ecclesiastical, fortification, residential and office buildings representing all architectural styles and periods, surrounded by three castle courtyards, and covering 45 hectares. Originally it was the residence of the princes and kings of Bohemia. Since 1918 it has been the seat of the president.
PRAGUE JEWISH QUARTER TOUR
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
9:00–12:00
Meeting point: Entrance to conference venue, ground floor foyer
Jewish Museum in Prague official website
A private walking tour of the Prague Jewish Quarter, with a guide to lead you through this storied area and help you unpack the Jewish history and culture. Since the well-preserved district reflects the centuries-old history of Judaism in Prague, you get an essential look into the Jewish tradition while visiting the key sights. The highlights include stops at the famous Old-New Synagogue and the Pinkas Synagogue and visiting a Jewish burial ground dating to the 15th century.
Ticket: 1200 CZK (Approx. 50 EUR)
The ticket includes a guided walking tour (in English), headphones for more comfortable listening, and the entrance fee to the Jewish Museum.
Tickets can be purchased via the conference registration system in the separate registration form.
Please, make the reservation in advance by August 15, 2024. Minimum number of participants in a group: 10
TRIP TO KARLŠTEJN CASTLE
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
7:30–13:00
Meeting point: Entrance to conference venue, ground floor foyer (15 min. in advance)
Guided tour – Imperial Residence of Charles IV (basic tour)
Karlštejn castle official website
A visit to a majestic gothic castle founded 650 years ago by Charles IV, King of Bohemia and of the Roman Empire. The castle was built in the 14th century as a place for safekeeping of royal treasures, especially the coronation jewels. Located in a picturesque site on the Dragon´s rock in the middle of dense forests just about an hour´s drive from Prague, for many visitors this is one of the most popular destinations.
Ticket: 1600 CZK (approx. 65 EUR)
The ticket includes bus transport and a guided tour of the castle (in English).
Tickets can be purchased via the conference registration system in the separate registration form.
Please, make the reservation in advance by August 15, 2024.
Minimum number of participants in a group: 20
The trip includes a 30-minute walk up a hill from the parking place to the castle.