Ceremony of Changing the Guard at Prague Castle overlooking the city of Prague in the Czech Republic.

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Prague Castle is a castle complex in Prague, Czech Republic, dating from the 9th century. It is the official office of the President of the Czech Republic. The castle was a seat of power for kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman emperors, and presidents of Czechoslovakia. The Bohemian Crown Jewels are kept within a hidden room inside it. The castle is among the most visited tourist attractions in Prague attracting over million visitors annually. The castle houses several museums, including the National Gallery collection of Bohemian baroque and mannerism art, exhibition dedicated to Czech history, Toy Museum and the picture gallery of Prague Castle, based on the collection of Rudolph II. The Summer Shakespeare Festival regularly takes place in the courtyard of Burgrave Palace

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Size: 6016px × 4016px
Location: Prague the Capital of the Czech Republic
Photo credit: © Brenda Kean / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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