Greek style in the architecture of houses. Architects of ancient Greece

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Things to do in Prague

Sights of Prague

Unfortunately, Prague is so big that in one visit you won’t be able to see even 10% of what it has to offer both in terms of attractions and entertainment. That's why tourists come back here again and again. We recommend that you visit the capital in different time year to get a diverse impression of the appearance of the city.

Historical and architectural monuments They were perfectly preserved and were almost not damaged during the wars. The historical center is listed World Heritage UNESCO.

Ancient bridges, cathedrals, castles, fountains, monuments, and museums await you. Detailed description We have dedicated a separate section to each attraction of Prague, but here we will only list them:

Tyn Temple,
Golden street,
Medieval fortress Vysehrad,
Strahov Monastery,
Zoo and botanical garden,
National Museum,
Petřín Tower,
TV tower in the Zizkov area with an observation deck,
Metronome in Letensky Gardens,
Cathedral of St. Nicholas,
"Dancing House",
Church Sacred Heart of the Lord in Vinohrady,
Powder Tower,
Troy Castle,
Olshanskoe cemetery.

Shopping

Despite the fact that the capital of the Czech Republic is famous for its attractions, shopping is also appropriate here. This is especially true for sales days. The greatest discounts occur during Christmas and New Year holidays, and especially in the first 2 weeks of January, when prices are as low as possible.

From June to August there is a sale of the winter and spring collections. Look for “sleva” (sale) signs.

When leaving the Czech Republic, you need to sign up for tax free, then you will save even more on shopping in Prague.

The main stores are located on Parizska and Na Přikop streets, on Wenceslas Square.

There are a lot of shopping centers in Prague, the main ones being Chodov, Kotva, Palladium, Letnany, Novy Smichov. Opening hours from 10:00 to 21:00, seven days a week. On Catholic Christmas(December 25-26) and January 1, all stores and shopping centers are closed!

What to bring from Prague

The best souvenirs are glasses, vases and decorative jugs made of Bohemian glass. In addition, red garnet jewelry and crafts are popular self made, marionette dolls (a tradition dating back to the 19th century), Czech cosmetics, high-quality shoes from the local Bata company.

Well, how can you pass by what the Czech Republic is famous for – beer. In addition to the drink itself, you can choose decorative beer glasses or a beer opener as a souvenir. Don't forget about these alcoholic drinks, like Becherovka, Slivovitz and Absinthe.

Ancient Greek architecture is grandiose and majestic, in addition, it had a huge influence on subsequent world art. The main direction in the architectural work of that era was the construction of temples.

Famous architects of Ancient Greece

Hermogenes of Alabanda - famous architect Ancient Greece III-II centuries BC He is the founder of the Ionic order in ancient Greek architecture. His great creations: the temple of Artemis Leucophryne and in Teos.
Another famous ancient Greek architect and philosopher Hippodamus of Miletus, son of Euryphon , born 498 BC As a city planner, he showed his skill in drawing up the plans for the city of Thurii, as well as Piraeus and Rhodes. Participated in the reconstruction of Miletus after the Persian invasion.
Another outstanding architect of Ancient Greece - Pytheas. His most important work is the mausoleum at Helicarnassus. By order, he built the temple of Athena in Priene in 340-330 BC. Pytheas wrote scientific works on architectural theory, in which he described the advantages of the Ionic order.
Skopas originally from the island of Paros, born in 395 BC, was engaged in sculpture and architecture. A follower of the late classic style in ancient Greek art. He took part in the construction of the temple of Athena in Tegea and the mausoleum in Helicarnassus.

Architects of the Parthenon

The main Athenian temple on the Acropolis was created by several great architects over the course of 16 years. One of them - architect Iktin , who worked during the reign of Pericles. He developed a plan according to which they built