Before the Charles Bridge The first wooden bridge has been documented as early as in the 10th century. This wooden bridge was destroyed by the big floods. The first stone bridge was built very quickly sometime between 1158 and 1172 on the order of King Vladislav I. It was named in honor of his consort […]
Beginnings of Prague Castle The Prague Castle was founded in the late 9th century by Prince Bořivoj, the first historically documented representative of the Přemyslid dynasty. Prince Borivoj ordered the building of the Castle in AD 870. The first princely palace was probably built of wood, with most attention being paid to the Christian sanctuaries. […]