Prague

I read years ago about how the Eastern European countries still maintained their old-world charm because the Soviets wouldn't allow them to tear buildings down to put up new ones during the occupation. I've wanted to go there ever since but never got the chance. It was an easy decision to head to nearby Prague when we left Berlin and it was a good one.

We got checked into the apartment - which had some issues but served the purpose - and went exploring. All total, we spent about three days in the medieval part of the city (Praha to the locals).

Prague is very photogenic and you see another beautiful scene every time you go around a corner. After Berlin, it was nice to see a city that kept it's old world history intact.

We visited the main square in town with the world's oldest functioning astronomical clock, toured the underground city, the Jewish sector, the old main bridge over the river, and even did a boat tour. The last day we went up to the hilltop to tour the castle that now serves as the seat of government. All touristy things, but there was still enough to do and see that a second visit some day would be worthwhile. A great place to visit.

But, after several days of this we decided it was time to move on. Next up: Vienna, Austria.