Charles Bridge anniversary: construction of the iconic Prague landmark began 661 years ago!

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Hi everyone!

Just two days ago, on July 9, the Charles Bridge, one of the most popular tourist attractions of Prague as well as the whole Czech Republic, was celebrating an important anniversary. On July 9, 1357 - that is exactly 661 years ago - the construction of this architectural jewel began.

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Allegedly, it was the king Charles IV himself who laid the foundation stone of what is now one of the most famous bridges in the world. Charles IV was known to be a huge fan of astrology and he often planned his decisions according to what his court astrologists advised him.

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Therefore, it is believed that construction of the bridge actually began at exactly 5:31 A.M. as this is when a favorable constellation of the Saturn and the Sun conjunction occurred. We might never know the details of what happened on that day and whether the construction really commenced at 5:31 but what we do know for sure is that the Charles Bridge has been considered one of the most iconic landmarks of Prague and renowned pieces of medieval architecture for centuries.


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@czechglobalhosts i never been to Czech apart of visiting Adrspach which is an amazing place. i still remember the cool air between massive stones, as a breeze in a hot day.

when i look on some photos, i get impression that architecture is similar to polish. would you agree?

Well, Adrspach Rocks is a place to be:)

@czechglobalhosts i meant if would you agree, that polish architecture is similar to czechian ;)

Ha ha, at around 700 years of age this is great the bridge is offcially older than a lot countries.

On a serious note............it is a pleasure to see something survive for this long and still be functional. It makes you understand the value of history because in monument such as these we can see history living inside them.

Big congratulations to the residents of the city for taking care of the bridge for this along and allowing each generation the pleasure of having a piece of their past.

Older than a lot of countries? I like that, lol....

I have just recently returned from Prague. The Charles bridge is amazing to look at in person and has a great view from the top of the tower. I really enjoyed our walking tour's story about the Astrology and Charles placing the first stone at an exact time.

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It seems an interesting story about the construction starting at that much early time of the day and the amazing thing is about the Saturn and the Sun conjunction. I have no words to explain the bridge's beauty at night. The lights in the water are making it a great view to watch and also admire.

I can tell you one thing for sure....once you step on the bridge, you will definitely want to come back...and that is the fact:)!

Happy anniversary to Charles Bridge! :D
It is really very ancient piece of architecture! The good thing is, it is standing tall even after that many years. The night view is very stunning!
How is your government planning to celebrate this event?

To be honest I am not sure if any celebrations are taking place... I would be actually surprised since it is not a rounded anniversary. Have a good one. Tomas

Well it sure is a beauty and moreover the history of the bridge does indeed sounds really amazing as well !

All of that and way above it:)

What!
661 years ago? :o That's kinda shocking for me :O but that is doesn't matters, well Happy anniversary to this amazing bridge, where is the party @czechglobalhosts?
Charles Bridge has a very interesting related to Saturn and the Sun conjunction occurred, Thanks for sharing sir.

Charles Bridge has more history I've seen after tour blog post reading. It's powerful connectivity of Prague. I think Prague citizens believe much about horoscope. I felt it strongly. That's biggest landscape object @czechglobalhosts.

An informative essay. Of course, I recognize the iconic bridge, but I’d not heard that history of it’s construction.

If there is one thing I like about the old continent "Europe" and it's nations and cultures is the architecture.

Definitely a showcase of history, almost no need for an Encyclopedia or words.

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