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Lesser Town

Lesser Town, also known as Malá Strana, is a charming district in Prague that is full of history and culture. It is located on the left bank of the Vltava River and is home to many beautiful buildings, churches, and gardens. Lesser Town is a popular destination for tourists and photographers alike, as it offers many picturesque locations for capturing stunning images. Some of the most popular photography locations in Lesser Town include the Charles Bridge, St. Nicholas Church, and the Wallenstein Palace Gardens.

Photography of Lesser Town

Prague Blues
Charles Bridge above Kampa Island
by Michael

Just payed Prague another visit. This time I had hoped for some snow. Well it was cold enough but no snow. Still I got some nice photos. Here again Charles Bridge in the morning, the only time you get this shot without people :-)

This is just one exposure of 50 seconds. No stacking or exposure blending needed. The light was very even during blue hour this morning.

cheers

Charles Bridge - Prague
Charles Bridge above Kampa Island
by Hilde Jüngst

Charles Bridge is a historic bridge that crosses the Vltava river in Prague, Czech Republic. Its construction started in 1357 under the auspices of King Charles IV, and finished in the beginning of the 15th century.

Charles Bridge in Blue, Czech Republic
Charles Bridge from Hergetova cihelna
by Adelheid Smitt

Some time ago I posted an early morning shot of the Charles Bridge in Prague. In the evening it is better to take this from a distance because the throngs of people on the bridge will make it impossible to shoot on the bridge. This photo looks towards the old city after Sunset. www.flickr.com/photos/adelheids-pictures/31284281302

Blooming Prague
Almond Orchard
by Jiri Hajek

Almonds bloom here beautifully in the Spring, usually around mid or late March. Quite a popular spot then, but still enjoyable.

Mornings are the best as there's a nice light from the East. Sunsets don't light the orchard at all.

Various compositions are possible here, from details to Prague panoramas. I prefer shorter telephoto lens as it lets you include some foreground together with some beautiful Prague Old Town towers.

Prazsky Hrad II
Prague from Petrin Tower
by Michele Naro

The Prague castle viewed from Petrin tower at the blue hour

Golden Spires
Prague Spires from Petrin Gardens
by Jiri Hajek

Spring morning from Petrin hill.

Snowy Towers
Charles Bridge above Kampa Island
by Jiri Hajek

There isn't snow in Prague that often, but when there is, it's a great opportunity to visit and photograph the historic center.

Eglise Saint-Nicolas
St. Nicholas interiors
by AG PHOTOGRAPHE

Église Saint-Nicolas, Prague, République tchèque

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Praha
Prague from Petrin Tower
by Michele Naro

A view from the Petrin Tower

Watching Sunset
Charles Bridge from Mánes Bridge
by Jiri Hajek

I should have been here earlier. After setting up camera and tripod, the Sun was already almost hidden behind hills on the right. That said, I like how the left part is lit by the last direct rays, while the Charles Bridge in shadows complements it on the right.

Will return sometimes though to capture this scene slightly more before sunset in order to have also the bridge illuminated. Maybe the next summer.

Golden Prague
Prague from Petrin Tower
by Yi Jiang

Taken from Petrin Tower, Prague

Thanks to all Phoide contributors to Lesser Town!
Most notably Jiri Hajek, Lenis Las, Michele Naro, Michael, Hilde Jüngst, Vagelis Pikoulas, AG PHOTOGRAPHE and Adelheid Smitt.