Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic, and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Central Europe, especially with other European travelers. It is known for its incredibly well-preserved old city, beautiful architecture, good beer, and a party environment that attracts young people from all over. What a beautiful city! The partying doesn’t…
The Jewish community of Prague (and greater Bohemia) has been traced as far back as the 10th century. And, with a few exceptions (Jews were expelled from Prague in 1542 and 1561, and again in 1744 from all of Bohemia and even beyond), the city has maintained a Jewish presence ever since. Today, the community…
Just across the Vltava River from Prague’s Old Town (click here to read about Old Town) sits the Prague Castle complex. On a hill overlooking the river and nearby Lesser Town, Prague Castle is the largest ancient castle in the world, at more than 750,000 square feet. It is also one of the most popular…
On a pretty day, even one with a bit of a fall chill in the air, Prague’s Old Town Square is stunning. I would guess the same would hold true on a stormy day, as well, but I luck out and the weather is just perfect. Buildings gleam, their facades dating from the early 20th…
When it comes to the name of my trip, Germany and surrounds, this portion, part three of four, is the surrounds. It is my chance to see a city that has been at the top of my Europe wishlist for a long time, return to my current favorite European city, and take some time to…
For the first time since the world shut down, I am finally off on a multi-month adventure, and it is one I truly couldn’t be more excited about. In December of 2019, I became a German citizen, acquiring the citizenship that had been stripped from my grandparents and great-grandparents by the Nazi regime. Now, I…
Editor’s note: another soul searching piece for me from Sam, our traveling rabbi. Powerful, emotional, Sam captures the essence of a place I haven’t had the guts to visit. For more of his work here at The Royal Tour, click here to visit his index. On January 27, I wrote an article on visiting Auschwitz…