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How and when to see the Changing of the Guard at Prague Castle: schedules

Changing of the Guard at Prague Castle
Changing of the Guard at Prague Castle

El changing of the guard It is a ceremony that has become a great tourist attraction in the royal palaces of the great European cities,

That is, for example, the case of London, Madrid or Copenhagen, places where I have been able to attend it.

In your trip to Prague You will also have the opportunity to attend this ceremony.

El changing of the guard It takes place within the large enclosure of the Prague Castle, a large monumental complex that brings together some of the most important monuments of the city, such as the cathedral or the old one Royal Palace.

Where and when to see the Changing of the Guard in Prague

And it is precisely in front of the building of the Royal Palace , in the first courtyard of Prague Castle, where this ceremony takes place changing of the guard in the Czech capital.

El Prague Changing of the Guard does not have the majesty of the one that takes place in the Buckingham Palace de London.

Or also the spectacular parade of Changing of the Guard Solemn Relief which once a month takes place in the Madrid's Royal Palace.

Changing of the Guard Schedule in Prague

In the case of Prague, a simpler ceremony is held on the castle grounds that includes a flag raising and a parade enlivened by the military music band.

El Changing of the Guard schedule at the Royal Palace in Prague It's every day, at 12 noon.

Likewise, every hour from 7 in the morning a simple change of sentinels takes place in the palace sentries, which you can also see during your visit.

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José Luis Sarralde

Journalist and traveler throughout his life, José Luis Sarralde is the founder of Guías Viajar, where since 2008 he has been capturing his travel experiences around the world, specializing in cultural and scenic destinations in Spain and Europe.

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