The Charles Bridge (that bridge like structure in the top right) was once the only bridge in Prague that connected the Old Town with the New Town. Now, with the building of many other bridges in Prague to connect the two sides, it has become a happening tourist spot with street vendors and muscians lining the sides and wonderful views of the picturesque city everywhere you turn.
View from the bridge.
One of the many statues.
Jazz performers aplenty
Everywhere I visit there seems to be some statue that you are supposed to rub for good luck. In Prague it was this dude, Saint John of Nepomuk, who was thrown off the bridge to his death, probably for relgious reasons (that seemed a popular excuse back then). You were supposed to touch the cross he is holding and make a wish.
Did I mention all the people?
The white balloon thing was a tourist attraction where you could pay 500 Crowns (roughly $30) to sit in the balloon and look at the city. I prefered just walking around.
End of the bridge.
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