2 Best things to see & do in Prague

Prague is a city with a rich, musical heritage. Antonin Dvorak, arguably the greatest Czech composer, worked and died in the city. Mozart was also a frequent visitor. The city regularly honours both composers and others, with world-class concerts and recitals in spectacular venues to captivate the classical music lover.

Commanding Bohemia since Borivoj founded it in the 9th century, Prague Castle’s catalogue of architectural splendour forms the city’s literal high point, centred on St Vitus’ Cathedral. Palaces, museums, chapels, a crypt, a prison tower, a fortress for the black arts and a stunning Gothic spire make up the extensive pile. The president’s office looks out over it all.

Vaclav Havel, the last president of Czechoslovakia (1989-92), created the guard-changing ceremony, daily on the hour, though best at noon with fanfare.