Written By Chris Titus

With Christmas upon us, Prague has sprung to life. I was surprised to see this post-communist country look so festive. Christmas is one of their busiest seasons. I was later informed by Hana, my local tour guide, that Christmas was an especially popular holiday during communist times.

Tour Guide Hana

At every turn, there is another outdoor market with a show for children, food, and gifts. Honey cake stands (below) are a common site around the city.

Wenceslas Square

Open Market (between Wenceslas Square and the Old Town)

Written By Chris Titus

Below are pictures from Namesti Republiky and the recently built shopping center, Paladium. I teach at three companies near this square.

Namesti Republiky

The  Palladium is by far the most amazing mall I’ve ever stepped foot in.  As you look up through its center, you see escalators zigzagging in all different directions throughout the five stories.  Some escalators traverse one flight, while others carry passengers up two flights.  The glass enclosed cafes that hang out over the center of the atrium provide a perfect place from which to people watch.  From here you can relax while scoping people on many floors and escalators.

If you are very hungry, I recommend heading to the food court on the fifth floor - food court on steroids.  It includes a sushi restaurant (equipped with the conveyor belt) and numerous bars and restaurants.   You won’t find McDonalds or KFC up there.  Most of the restaurants are full -service establishments.

Palladium - Outside

Palladium - Inside

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