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Petrin Tower

Petrin Tower is a must-visit attraction in Prague, Czech Republic. This 63.5-meter tall tower is located on Petrin Hill and offers stunning panoramic views of the city. The tower was built in 1891 and was inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris. It is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike, especially for photography enthusiasts. The tower and its surroundings offer a variety of photography locations, including the observation deck, the surrounding gardens, and the nearby Mirror Maze.

Panorama of Charles Bridge and Prague Castle
by Jiri Hajek

Panorama of Charles Bridge and Prague Castle
by Kamil Ghais

Petrin Tower from its base
by Jiri Hajek

Prague from Petrin Tower
by Michele Naro

Prague from Petrin Tower
by Yi Jiang

Taken from Petrin Tower, Prague

Panorama of Charles Bridge and Prague Castle

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Prague from Petrin Tower
by Jiri Hajek

Petrin Tower Photography Guide

At night from right below the tower © Jiri Hajek

The Petřín Lookout Tower (Czech: Petřínská rozhledna) is a 63.5 metre tall steel-framework tower on Petřín Hill in Prague built in 1891. It resembles the Eiffel Tower and was used as an observation tower as well as a transmission tower. Today the tower is a major tourist attraction.