Czech Republic!

I arrived late into the Czech Republic but was graciously welcomed by my friend who let me stay with her!

My first impression while finding my way to her place in the dark was that I was in Russia again!  There were some people on the bus speaking Russian and then when I got off, the apartment buildings were very similar to those in Russia.

The next day I went into the city of Prague.  I had no idea where I was going as I hadn't had time to plan what I wanted to see yet.  Luckily some friends from the MTC had made a list of things to see.  So I pulled that up and pretty much followed that as best I could!  All day, I walked around.  The city is beautiful, with a great deal of history!  It was fun wandering the streets, crossing bridges, climbing hills, eating trdelnik, and listening to street performers.  They were quite good!  Probably the best I've heard so far! :)

Prague Castle (St. Vitus Cathedral)

Charles Bridge

Walking up the hill to Petrin

Wenceslas Square (Old Town)

Trdelnik

The next day I decided to take a day trip down to Cesky Krumlov.  Such a wonderful resort town!  It felt magical and was so pretty!!  The river running through it makes it very picturesque.  The castle is ginormous and was fun to explore!  And cobblestone streets with cute shops and buildings surrounding just made it that much better.  Again, I hadn't planned this day so I kinda just explored what I could see.

My last day in the Czech Republic was spent going to Karlstejn, an old gothic castle.  Built in the 1300s.  I absolutely loved it.  I climbed up to the top tower and had a stunning view of the castle and valley below.  It was amazing!  I'm pretty sure if my niece ever visits here, she'd never want to leave.  She loves princesses and castles and this is one castle she'd for sure love!

I also found a random little shop off of a street that had my favorite-est cereal bar!  I first found them while I lived in Russia on my mission.  Never have I found them in the states yet.  Last year I found them again when I went to Denmark.  And I've been searching for them ever since I came back to Europe this year.  I finally did!!!  So I splurged and got a good amount, hoping it'll last me through Switzerland!  They're soooooo good.  I have to exercise a dang good amount of self control to only eat one a day!

Anyways:)  Off to Switzerland I go!!