Procházka Kampou na Klárov

The walk will take participants from the church of St. John the Baptist On the laundry at Kampu. It will remind you of the many film locations that are located in this location. The program will also include a stop at Herget's brickyard, where there is a well-known installation of peeing sculptures, and the explanation will bring closer the sophisticated idea of the sculptor David Černý.

The walk will end in Klárov at a charming house associated with a prominent Czech actress.

During the program, participants will learn:

• how the island of Kampa was created
• who owned the mills here and gardens
• information about the catastrophic fire that attracted the attention of all of Prague
• how noble children were raised
• why is there a bust of Josef Dobrovský in the park
• what is the significance of the image of the Virgin Mary on the house near the Charles Bridge
• where is the memorial to the firefighters who died in the attack in New York on September 11, 2001
• Program will offer a varied view of the history, architecture and cultural context of this part of the city.

Practical information:

• Meeting point: near the church of St. Jana Křtitele Na pradle, Všehrdova 440/9
• Duration: 2 hours
• Guide: Dana Kratochvílová