Sedlec Ossuary

We chose our hotel in Kutna Hora for its proximity to the ossuary as it was literally right next door.  I cannot say that we walked around the town that night, rather, we chose to stay inside catching up on writing and sleep in order to conserve energy for the big day.  Sedlec was/is to … Continue reading Sedlec Ossuary

Prague in a day, Melnik and the drive to Kutna Hora

We spent the next day walking again, beginning with the park at Petrin Hill seeking out a fantastical-looking art gallery in the heart of this forest.  In spite of ringing the door and knocking for 5 minutes, we were unable to rouse the owner which was quite unfortunate and I suppose in hindsight we should … Continue reading Prague in a day, Melnik and the drive to Kutna Hora

From Paris to Prague

It sounds a bit spoiled to contemplate expressing my sadness at leaving Paris with Prague on the horizon, however, as we left the tiny room at The Five Hotel that had become our headquarters for the 4 nights we stayed I was definitely in mourning.  The only consolation was that we were headed for, what … Continue reading From Paris to Prague