Saturday, November 30, 2013

PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE, BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA, CUM HOLIDAY TO EASTERN EUROPE


Archway leading to the famous St Charles' Bridge in Prague which was built in 1357.

One of several statues of Saints that adorn both sides of the bridge.

Another archway at the end of the bridge.

A set of modern sculptures found on the banks of the Vltava River spanned by St Charles' Bridge.

Went to lunch at this monastery where the monks to this day still brew a brand of beer named St Norbert beer. The restaurant has been privatised.

On the way to the Prague Castle.

At the entrance awaiting tickets to enter the Castle. The man with the placard protests there daily that the government took his land away illegally.

Prague City from the Castle.

St Vitus Cathedral in the Castle where Kings and members of Czech royalty used to worship.

Small houses in the Castle leased out as shops or mini museums displaying life in days of yore.

Some of our pilgrims having drinks at a Czech folklore dinner and dance. Dinner came with a pint of beer with lots of honey wine.

The musicians who provided the music for entertainment and dancing.

The dancers who also invited us to join them later as dinner progressed. Kinda folksy dancing so it was alright. Our national flag was displayed too.

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