Prague

Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic and the historical capital of Bohemia. Situated on the Vltava river, Prague is home to about 1.4 million people. The city has a temperate oceanic climate, with relatively warm summers and chilly winters.
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Some of the key events about Prague

  • 1348
    Charles University, the oldest university in Central Europe, was founded in Prague
  • 1357
    Construction began on the iconic Charles Bridge, connecting Prague's Old Town and Lesser Town
  • 1410
    The famous Prague Astronomical Clock was installed in the Old Town Square
  • 1419
    The First Defenestration of Prague occurred, sparking the Hussite Wars
  • 1583
    Prague became the capital of the Holy Roman Empire under Rudolf II
  • 1618
    The Second Defenestration of Prague triggered the Thirty Years' War
  • 1648
    Swedish forces invaded and looted Prague during the Thirty Years' War
  • 1741
    French, Bavarian, and Saxon armies occupied Prague during the War of the Austrian Succession
  • 1757
    Prussian forces bombarded and severely damaged Prague during the Seven Years' War
  • 1787
    Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera "Don Giovanni" premiered at the Estates Theatre
  • 1848
    A revolutionary uprising in Prague was violently suppressed by Austrian forces
  • 1918
    Prague became the capital of the newly formed Czechoslovakia
  • 1942
    The assassination of a high-ranking Nazi official led to brutal reprisals against Czech civilians
  • 1968
    Warsaw Pact troops invaded Czechoslovakia, crushing the Prague Spring reform movement
  • 1969
    A student set himself on fire in Wenceslas Square to protest the Soviet occupation
  • 1989
    The Velvet Revolution peacefully ended communist rule in Czechoslovakia
  • 1992
    The historic center of Prague was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • 2000
    Prague was named the European Capital of Culture
  • 2002
    The Prague Metro system completed its third line, significantly improving public transportation
  • 2002
    Prague experienced severe flooding, causing significant damage to the city's historic center

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Journalist Neil King Jr., Author of "American Ramble," Dies at 65

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Society, Culture • September 20 2024, 02:43 PM  •  10174 views
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Budapest District Votes to Ban Short-Term Rentals, Sparking Housing Debate

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NATO Official Backs Ukraine's Right to Strike Russian Territory

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Politics • September 14 2024, 06:42 PM  •  1638 views
Central and Eastern Europe Braces for Severe Flooding

Central and Eastern Europe Braces for Severe Flooding

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Society, Politics • September 14 2024, 10:10 AM  •  616 views
Central Europe Braces for Potential Severe Flooding

Central Europe Braces for Potential Severe Flooding

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Society, Politics • September 13 2024, 12:46 PM  •  642 views
Prague Braces for Potential Flooding as Central Europe Faces Extreme Rainfall

Prague Braces for Potential Flooding as Central Europe Faces Extreme Rainfall

Prague implements flood defenses as Czech Republic and neighboring countries prepare for severe rainfall. Authorities take preventive measures, recalling the devastating floods of 2002.

Society, Politics • September 13 2024, 12:03 PM  •  764 views
Serbian President Doubts EU Membership by 2028, Montenegro Remains Hopeful

Serbian President Doubts EU Membership by 2028, Montenegro Remains Hopeful

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Society, Politics • August 31 2024, 12:18 PM  •  1274 views
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Journalist's 14-Month Russian Ordeal Ends in Prisoner Swap

Alsu Kurmasheva, detained in Russia for 14 months, returns home in a major prisoner exchange. Her family navigates the challenges of reunion and reintegration after prolonged separation.

Society, Politics • August 16 2024, 10:14 AM  •  312 views
Tragic Incident in Prague: Falling Debris Claims Life at Tram Stop

Tragic Incident in Prague: Falling Debris Claims Life at Tram Stop

In Prague, a piece of cornice fell from a building onto a tram stop, resulting in one fatality. The incident occurred during a thunderstorm, prompting an investigation and safety measures.

Society, Culture • August 8 2024, 02:13 PM  •  917 views
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Czech Power Giant CEZ Reports 5% Profit Dip in First Half of 2024

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