So Long Prague

On Saturday morning we walked south and ventured into New Prague to climb UP to Vysehrad. 

Vysehrad is a large park surrounded by a brick wall. On the grounds is the Church of SS Peter and Paul and a large cemetery. As you walk around the grounds you are able to see the city from every angle. I was most excited to see Old Prague and all the bridges. The view wasn't exactly what I dreamed, but you can see the castle! 

Lots of people were running and walking their dogs here. It was definitely off the beaten tourist path and was kind of nice to do something without hordes of people around. 

After taking in all the views on top of Vysehrad, we went back down the hill and walked along the river back to Old Prague. Along the river there was a wonderful farmers market. Most of the shoppers were locals. They carried their fresh goods in simple, but large wicker baskets. I loved it. We stopped and bought some hot apple cider. It was warm, sweet and tasted like fall. It made our walk perfect on the chilly morning. 

There were more swans along this part of the river too. I didn't mind. Notice the ledge. They couldn't get out of the water and attack me! 

Once we made it back to Old Prague we crossed the river and set out to find John Lennon's wall. We spent a long time reading all the quotes, taking lots of pictures and just enjoying the wall. "Imagine" has been stuck in my head since. 

Right around the corner from the wall is the bridge with all the locks. People who are in love come to bridge and attach their lock and throw away the key into the river. 

 I was kind of disappointed because most of the locks were from this year. I was hoping to see some really old ones. I am not sure, but I think because so many people participate they have to cut them off from time to time. 

Our final day in Prague was my favorite. We weren't in a hurry. We saw the sun and blue skies. We warmed up by drinking hot chocolate and cider. We spent every last Czech Crown we had to buy 1 more piece of delicious cinnamon bread.  I completely enjoyed the fall day in a beautiful city with a great friend.