Charles Bridge is one of the major attractions of Prague. Its architecture reminds the tourists of the medieval times. The length of Charles Bridge is 516 meters while its breadth is approximately 10 meters. This bridge was constructed over the Vltava river of Prague. Since then, this bridge has been contributing extensively in the economy of Prague. The business transaction deals between west and east Europe happen via the Charles Bridge. The King Charles IV started its construction in 1357. The construction was over by the early part of 15th century. This concrete bridge was once known as the Stone Bridge but later it was renamed as the Charles Bridge.
The architecture of Charles Bridge unfolds the artistic touch of the architects of the medieval times. The
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baroque-style statuaries adorn the total stretch of the bridge. Apart from those statuaries, there are nearly 75 separate statues that decorate the bridge. Of those statues, the oldest one is that of John of Nepomuk. The towers at the terminating points of Charles Bridge draw the attention of any tourist. On the Old Town end lies the Old Town Bridge Tower, while on the Mala Strana end is positioned the Lesser Town Bridge Towers.
The tourists are recommended to visit this bridge either in the early morning or after sunset. These parts of the day prove to be the best for the tourists to relish the beauty of Charles Bridge. The daytime in Charles Bridge remains very busy as trades happen during that part of the day.
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