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Stary zidovsky HrbitovvsPrague Castle
Both Prague Castle and Old Jewish Cemetery are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Old Jewish Cemetery scores slightly higher than Prague Castle. Old Jewish Cemetery ranks #2 in Prague with recommendations from 6 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Michelin Guide.
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Široká, 110 00 Praha, Czech Republic
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Fodor's "An unforgettable sight, this cemetery is where all Jews living in Prague from the 15th century to 1787 were laid to rest." Full review
Frommer's "Just 1 block from the Old-New Synagogue, this is one of Europe's oldest Jewish burial grounds... One of the world's most crowded cemeteries: a 1-block area filled with tens of thousands of graves." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Founded in the early 15th century, it has a palpable atmosphere of mourning even after two centuries of disuse (it was closed in 1787)." Full review
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This is one of Prague’s most popular sights, so if you’re hoping to have a moment of quiet contemplation you’ll probably be disappointed.
Time Out "The Old Jewish Cemetery, where all of Prague's Jewish residents were buried until the late 1600s, is one of the eeriest remnants of the city's once-thriving Jewish community." Full review
Let's Go "Make sure to notice the little stones on the tombstones—traditionally, these are used instead of flowers, adding to the beautiful, gray-and-green simplicity of the cemetery." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Both humble and illustrious Jews from the city's history are buried here, including Rabbi Loew (1512-1609)." Full review
Atlas Obscura "Around 100,000 bodies are buried below the medieval headstones, many of which mark graves with multiple bodies stacked up to 12 deep. " Full review
The Telegraph "Part of the five-location Jewish Museum, and once part of a walled off ghetto, graves here are 12-deep, lying beneath tumbling headstones sculpted with figures representing symbols of family names." Full review
Prague Castle
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Concierge "One of the largest castle complexes in Europe, Prague Castle is the residence of the Czech president and home to many government offices."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Prague Castle – Pražský hrad, or just hrad to Czechs – is Prague’s most popular attraction." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The national symbol is a UNESCO World Heritage site, the largest castle complex in the world." Full review
Time Out "Prague Castle complex... is an enormous festival of architectural styles." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"A narrow street parallel to Nerudova leads to the Castle, extended by a series of ramps and steps." Full review
Afar Magazine "Definitely plan to spend a full day here and explore the grounds, the basilica, and the cute little stores along golden lane." Full review
Let's Go "The “Prague Castle” refers to the entire, almost 70,000 sq. m complex of many different buildings, streets, and gardens surrounded by tall walls and steep stairs. " Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The Castle is more than just a castle: with its string of courtyards, a puzzle of palaces and churches, and maze of little streets, it is a real city within the city." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"A monumental gate decorated with sculptures of the Fight of the Giants leads to the First Courtyard which is lined with late Baroque buildings." Full review
The Telegraph "Comprises the Gothic St. Vitus' Cathedral, the Baroque Old Royal Palace, the Romanesque St. George's Basilica, museums, galleries, and the kid-friendly Story of Prague Castle exhibit." Full review
