Originally known as Stone Bridge, it connects the Old Town and Malá Strana. The construction began in 1357. However, Charles Bridge (named after the Czech king and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV, who commissioned it) wasn’t the first to stand in that location. Judith Bridge was the first bridge over Vltava, but it collapsed in 1342.
There is a tower standing at both ends of the bridge but only the one at the Malá Strana end can be climbed (and offers some of the most magnificent views over the city). Thirty statues (most are copies of the originals) are placed on either side of the bridge. The statue of St. John of Nepomuk is the most popular, as touching it is supposed to bring good luck.
Did you know? The best time to visit the bridge is at sunset when the Prague Castle casts incredible shadows against the sky and river.
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