Parts of Prague you shouldn't miss

These are the parts of Prague that may have only stolen a few minutes of our time, but should never be missed. 

1. The Lennon Wall. 

Since the 1980's it has been full of Lennon inspired graffiti and even when it was painted over by angered Communist Czech Authorities it was covered with flowers and lyrics the next day. It has layers of messages and pictures that force you to stand there looking over the wall again and again. We made our own little contribution to the wall.

2. The Charles Bridge

The Charles Bridge connects Mala Strana to Stare Mesto and is a honeypot for tourists. It is lined with artists drawing caricature for tourists, one-man puppet shows, bands busking and mass groups of tourists with foreign guides waving their flag to keep their group together. We found the best way to wade through the people was head down and charge forward. At first we found it entertaining sussing out the other tourists and picking which caricature artist was the best, but towards the end of this hectic bridge we were prepared to jump overboard to avoid the crowds. 

The bridge is lined with statues of saints that tour groups stand around and ogle at for hours. As we were power walking past, I snapped up a photograph of this fellow with a halo around his head, he was my favourite.  

Half way across the bridge the pain of mass people was getting to us.

3. Nationale-Nederlanden Building

This striking building at the corner of an intersection, designed by eminent architect Frank Gehry, is unlike any of the other buildings you see in Prague. Apparently he pinched in the waist of the building so the neighbours view wouldn't be spoilt. 

3. Stare Mestro

Stare Mestro reels in the tourists with its tacky souvenir shops and over priced restaurants lining the street. But when you delve further in, you find the amazing astronomical clock built in 1410 and a few other eye catchers. 

4. Wine and Dine 

We had two favourite watering holes in prague. Our favourite lunch spot, Cukrkavalimonada served the most amazing simple pasta dishes and savoury pancakes. The interior is dark with wooden floors and benches but lit by a seeping sunlight through the windows and a dazzling chandelier in the middle of the store. 

A "Latte"

Gorgonzola and Walnut Pasta

On our last night in Prague we thought we hit a goldmine when we arrived at Noi. Living in the UK for the past 5 months has deprived me of a decent thai dish which is why I was so surprised at this little gem in Prague. It was the best thai I have ever had, which was heightened by the dimmed lighting and rustic interior. I would go back to Prague soley to visit this restaurant again, that good!