- Address: nám. Republiky 5, 111 21 Staré Město, Czech Republic
- Phone: +420 222 002 107
- Website: obecnidum.cz
One of the most beautiful and luxurious buildings in Prague is considered to be the Municipal or public house. From ancient times to this day, he attracts lovers of beauty and wealth. However, it should be remembered that it is better not to come to such an institution in ordinary clothes - a dress coat and evening dress will be just right.
One of the most beautiful and luxurious buildings in Prague is considered to be the Municipal or public house. From ancient times to this day, he attracts lovers of beauty and wealth. However, it should be remembered that it is better not to come to such an institution in ordinary clothes - a dress coat and evening dress will be just right.
Historical reference
In different centuries on the site of the present Public House were various buildings. There was a royal palace, a military academy, a bishop's residence, and a seminary. Gradually, old buildings collapsed, and new ones were erected in their place. Thanks to the fact that the construction was carried out in those years when the Czech Republic was part of Austria-Hungary, the spirit of Austrian Art Nouveau style is felt in the Czech public house.
30 renowned artists were allowed to decorate the interior and exterior of the building, starting in 1905. The last significant reconstruction that led the Public House to its current form ended in 1997. The main event that made it so popular and important for the capital was the proclamation of independence and the adoption of the first constitution of the country is within these walls.
What interesting things can you see in the Municipal House of Prague?
Admire the decoration of the Public House can be both from inside and from the street - to the extent of any passer-by impresses and attracts its appearance. More than one and a half thousand large and small rooms are worthy of attention of tourists. During the visit you can see:
- Communications. The first thing that does not strike the eye, but deserves respect - the old communication systems, servicing regularly to this day. This water supply, a cellar with a cooling system, laundry and elevators, controlled by hydraulics.
- Interior decoration. A rich mosaic, gilt chandeliers, frescoes and statues - everything here testifies to the exceptional taste of the creators of this decor.
- Concert hall. The most amazing place, according to many visitors - a hall for celebrations and concerts, named after the famous composer B. Smetana. This temple of music can accommodate up to 1200 people. A unique organ, consisting of 5000 pipes, is decorated with the image of the famous composer, imprinted in bronze. Rich stucco molding, domed glass roof for natural lighting, stainless steel metal plates - all this contributes to peace and contemplation.
- A restaurant. Lunch or dinner in a French restaurant accompanied by live music will evoke pleasant impressions from tasting expensive wines and famous Czech beer. If there is a small snack between the excursions , then you should know that there is an opportunity to use the services of the coffee house.
- Cultural activities. Having become acquainted with the schedule of concerts, fashion shows and other solemn events held under the roof of the Public House almost continuously, one can feel himself involved in art. And also here is the famous for the whole world festival "Prague Spring".
How to get to the Public House?
Excursions around the beautiful building are conducted in Czech language without translation. To do this, you need to purchase a ticket at the ticket office of the Powder Tower . It costs from $ 4. To get to the working museum, it is necessary to walk to the central square of the Republic, located not far from the Powder Tower in the very center of Prague. There is an opportunity to get here by metro (yellow branch), coming out at the station " Republic Square ". In addition, trams Nos. 6, 8, 13, 15, 51, 52, 56, as well as buses Nos. 207, 505, 511 are moving in this direction.