Astronomical Clock

Location

Prague
Czech Republic
50° 5' 13.1892" N, 14° 25' 14.7828" E
CZ
General info: 

Built in the late medieval period, the Astronomical Clock was a true masterpiece of science and crafts of that time. The Orloj, as the locals call it, besides showing the time of the day, shows also the positions of the Sun and the Moon. The calendar and the signs of zodiac are also part of the Clock.

In the time, when it was built, it was a real wonder, but nowadays in the modern era, the Astronomical Clock is more celebrated for its design. A colorful cock is a part of the Clock Tower located in the middle of the Old Town Square. An interesting feature of the clock is that at every full hour four figures on the clock move. The skeleton figure, representing the death rings the bell and the rest three figures – the Vanity, the Greed, and the Pleasure, shake their heads.

Getting there: 

Go to the Center of the Old Town to see the world-famous Prague Astronomical Clock. The Clock Tower stands in the southern part of the square.

Costs: 

Take photos and explore the Astronomical Clock and the area around the Clock Tower, as it is completely free to do that.

Interesting places nearby

Schetteregg is a well-known, snow-secure and family-friendly ski resort, belonging to the village of Egg in the Bregenzerwald. Powerful lifts, prepared trails for amateurs and pros, reduced rates for groups and pupils.

The ski area Ehrwald is located in the Zugspitz Arena in Tyrol. The ski area is well-suited for skiers and snowboarders alike.

BASE: 4035ft
SUMMIT: 7217ft
VERTICAL DROP: 3182ft

NO. OF. LIFTS: 4
Gondolas: 1
Chairs: 2
Surface: 4

The white peaks of the Rosengarten mounatin range rise over 2.000 meters into the bright blue sky. Snow-covered woods surround the foot of the mountains and rise up to the mountains pastures.

Caspoggio can be compared to a wonderful balcony overlooking the Bernina view and dominating the entire V almalenco from its pleasant knoll. Wide grasslands and pine forests gladden this place.

BASE: 4429ft
SUMMIT: 6496ft
VERTICAL DROP: 2066ft

NO. OF. LIFTS: 4
Gondolas: 0
Chairs: 3
Surface: 1