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The building was designed by architect Arnold Zenetti and built under the direction of Heinrich Adam in 1863. [3] Initially, it was planned as the city palace (Stadtpalais) and residence of Duke Philipp of Württemberg (1838–1917) and his wife Maria Theresa (1845–1927), née Archduchess of Austria; its original name was Palais Württemberg. [3]
The most common English spelling of café is the French word for both coffee and coffeehouse; [9] [10] it was adopted by English-speaking countries in the late 19th century. [11] The Italian spelling, caffè, is also sometimes used in English. [12]
Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang: The Magical Car is a children's story written by Ian Fleming and illustrated by John Burningham.It was initially published in three volumes, the first of which was released on 22 October 1964, before being published as one book.
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic and as such is the regular seat of its central authorities. Since 24 November 1990, it is de facto again a statutory city, but has a specific status of the municipality and the region at the same time. Prague also houses the administrative institutions of the Central Bohemian Region. Mayor Bohuslav ...
The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to Prague: . Prague – capital and largest city in the Czech Republic.With about 1.3 million residents within an area of 496 km2 (192 sq mi), it has the status of a statutory city.
1993 – 1 January: Prague becomes capital of the Czech Republic. [6] 1995 – U.S. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty headquartered in city. [36] 1996 City hosts World Congress of Esperanto; manifesto drafted. Dancing House built. 1997 – Via Foundation headquartered in city. 1998 – University of New York in Prague established. 1999 - Prague ...
Písek Gate (Czech: Písecká brána), also called Bruska Gate (Czech: Bruská brána) is a former city gate of Baroque fortification of Prague, Czech Republic. Once belonging to the fortification section called Marian Walls ( Czech : Mariánské hradby ) it is located in K Brusce Street in the Hradčany neighbourhood, not far from Hradčanská ...
Prague Castle at night Charles Bridge Bridges of Prague St. Vitus Cathedral Old Town Square in Prague, Town Hall Tower and astronomical clock The astronomical clock Vltava River Týn Church – a view from east of Prague The Church of St. Nicolas The Jerusalem Synagogue, built in 1905 to 1906 by Wilhelm Stiassny, of Bratislava, is the largest Jewish place of worship in Prague.