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Almost whenever I go for walk in Stromovka park (read the Stromovka article), I end up in Wakata. After healthy walk my body needs some refreshments, my ears need to defrost, and their bar is pleasantly equipped for such occasions. The barmen are always nice, even though it sometimes takes some time before you are served. But who wants to hurry from here? (By the way, dogs are welcome, as in many Prague places.)

True is that I like this bar all year long. It is my anchor in Prague 7 – one of few, scattered all over Prague. So when come in and enjoy this place carved deep in Prague`s DJ history.

And – did I tell you that Wakata also does concerts? Check out the website!

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Wakata club | Bars, Coffee & tea, Music, Relaxing, Snacks | Espresso CZK 25
Malířská 14 | Praha 7 | +420233370518
Sun – Thu 18:00 – 03:00, Fri – Sat 18:00 – 05:00 (Program starts 20:30)

Image by Filip Grimm

Communist regimes in Europe (and not only there) have left many visible traces. One of the ways of reminding people of the power Communist Party had and at the same time expressing the loyalty to the USSR was building megalomanic monuments.

Prague was no exception and the construction of Stalin’s monument began in 1949. It was unveiled on May 1st, 1955 (more than 2 years after Stalin’s death!). For more information, see the Wikipedia article. The huge statue which was the world’s largest representation of Stalin was removed in 1962 within the process of de-Stalinisation. Its site wasn’t of any use until 1991 when the controversial metronome was erected.

Local people refer to this place simply as “Stalin” or “Letná” which is the part of Prague where it’s located. The monument consisted not only of the statue but also quite extensive paved area. It was unused and quite deserted until it became popular among street skateboarders, in-line skaters and BMX riders and now it’s one of the most famous places for this kind of activities at least in the whole of Europe. I spent there many days destroying my joints as well…

Now that my skateboard rests somewhere deep in the closet I still like to go there. The site of the metronome offers great view of Prague. Also the area of the monument is surrounded by a large park ideal for walks, picnics or “normal” sport activities.

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Former Stalin’s monument | Relaxing | Free
Letenské sady | Praha 7
24 hours daily

Image by Katerina Vankova

The royal park aka Stromovka (strom means tree) is a a large English style park with a long history. It was probably founded around 1268 by the king Přemysl Otakar II. When it was opened to public few centuries later, it became a popular spot for Prague citizens.

Nowadays Stromovka is one of the most popular parks in Prague. In this case, size really matters – although many people go there, you do not have the feeling that the park is overcrowded. Depending on the season, people are walking dogs and kids, cycling, rollerblading, playing frisbee, having a picnics or chilling out having a nap in the grass (that is my favourite activity there in summer time that I conceal as reading). You can also meet horse riders (there is a riding-hall nearby).

For me, the stay in a park is not complete without some refreshments. Try the place called Vozovna where you can get something to eat or drink. 

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Stromovka | Relaxing | Free
Královská obora | Praha 7
24 hours daily