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Prague Castle

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Prague Castle

The Prague Castle (Czech: Pražský hrad) is the castle in Prague where the Czech kings and presidents have had their offices. It is one of the most visited tourist sites in the Czech capital.

It is said to be the biggest castle in the world at about 570 meters in length and an average of about 130 meters wide. Its history stretches back to the 8th century. The castle contains the St Vitus Cathedral. The neighbourhood of the Prague Castle is called Hradčany.

The Prague Castle is place where crown jewels of Bohemia Kingdom are kept.

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