Prague´s history - Charles Bridge A
What kind of natural disaster destroyed the bridge that once stood where Charles Bridge stands today?
a massive ice flood - when melting snow and ice caused the Vltava River to rise and break apart the stone structure.
What was the name of the bridge before Charles Bridge was built?
the Judith Bridge
According to one of the legends, what is hidden inside one of the pillars of the Charles Bridge?
a magical golden sword (waiting to be used agin if the Czech nation is ever in grave danger)
What two bird symbols can you find on one of the Charles Bridge towers? (name at least one)
a kingfisher (a symbol of peace, prosperity, and wisdom) and a double-headed eagle (representing imperial power and unity of church and state)
Name two ways people used to cross the Vltava River before the first wooden bridge stood where Charles Bridge is today.
on foot (shallow water - the place called ford), on a horse
What was Charles IV very interested in regarding the year when the construction of Charles Bridge began?
interested in the astrological and numerological significance of the year 1357 - He chose the date and time to lay the foundation stone very carefully—on July 9, 1357, at 5:31 a.m.—because the numbers form a palindrome of odd numbers: 1 3 5 7 9 7 5 3 1.
Why did King Charles IV appear hunched and leaning to one side?
Charles IV suffered a serious injury in a jousting tournament in 1350, where he was badly wounded and temporarily paralyzed
What did Joseph II, the son of Maria Theresa, abolish?
serfdom, torture....
How many Baroque statues are on Charles Bridge?
There are 30 Baroque statues + 1 the Statue of Bruncvík is located on the south side of Charles Bridge
Name at least five places or things that include the name of King Charles IV.
Charles University, Charles Bridge, Karlštejn Castle,Karlovy Vary, Statue of Charles IV, Charles Square
Who, according to legend, was thrown off Charles Bridge on the orders of King Wenceslaus IV?
St. John of Nepomuk
From Charles Bridge, you can see, for example, Kramář's Villa. Who lives there?
the official residence of the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic
What are the names of the two imposing towers at each end of Charles Bridge?
The Old Town Bridge Tower, The Lesser Town Bridge Tower
What are the two purposes of Klementinum?
1) religious and educational centre, 2) scientific and cultural institution (the Czech National Library and Astronomical Observatory)
From Charles Bridge, you can see, for example, Straka Academy. What is its purpose?
serving as the official residence and office of the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic