Have you ever browsed a map in search of a hidden gem
that you
were not yet aware of? This was the case with us last summer
when
Prague appeared as an option. So our choice was made.
Spontaneously, without a
second thought.
The city is definitely beautiful to look at, as is
widely accepted.
Strolling along the old pebbled streets gives you the feeling
of being
one with the historical past. Gazing at the sunsets between the towers
along the river made me bless the moment we decided to visit
this architectural
wonder.
The discovery of the Czech countryside added to this sense of marvel
and filled me with images of golden balls of hay, cute vegetable
gardens and
vintage cars. Nevertheless, if you -like me- are imagining
yourself posing by
Charles Bridge as if a princess in a fairy tale,
please don’t make the mistake
of going there in August!
You will be met with a never-ending crowd of tourists
and scorching
heat. Gladly, there will be plenty of that exquisite beer to save
your day. It’s available everywhere and is even cheaper than water.
If only the
faces of those serving it, were a bit more cheerful.
I wondered if the serious
demeanor was a remnant of a bitter
historical past. Could this past have
affected even the people’s love
for flowers? Where were the coneflowers, hollyhocks,
dahlias,
alliums, anemones, hydrangeas and all those gorgeous summer
blooms that
I was sure the Czech climate could afford?
Unpleasantly surprised at the lack
of abundance of flowers.
Spotted some beautiful vases and splash of color
though.
Hope you like the time capsule I created for pretty Prague
and I’m
pleased to share it with you.
Wherever
you go,
whatever you may see,
be sure to keep looking
until you find the
treasure you are seeking.
Until next
O
