The walk and statues are a beautiful and memorable experience...somewhat tainted by throngs of tourists seeking to take pictures and vendors selling beautiful artwork. Of course, walking across is a must - despite living in nearby Liberec briefly last year. Fan of palindromes much, haha?
Hello Edward, I hate to be one of those Czechs who feel the need to fact-check every video about the Czech Republic put out by a foreigner, but I cannot help it this time. I'm afraid you've done Charles IV a disservice at 4:41 by implying it was him who had John of Nepomuk martyred. So it happens that I have to defend the honour of our "Father of the Country" in the matters of the faith: What you may not know is that Charles IV was quite possibly the most pious of Czech kings, the co-founder of the Prague Archbishopric, and as the Holy Roman Emperor, a staunch defender and protector of the Roman Catholic Church. It would never have crossed his mind to put a priest to death for keeping the Seal of Confession (which story is probably just a legend, anyway). In fact, it was Charles's son and heir, Wenceslas IV, who got entangled in these power struggles with the Church, and one of the victims of those was the martyred priest. As an atheist, I'm not a big fan of Nepomuk's, who became the flagship saint used in the Church's propaganda during its re-catholicisation campaign after the Battle of Bílá Hora, but I couldn't let your viewers believe that it was Charles IV who had him killed. Thanks for your understanding, and thank you for the great content you're making to bring our country to the attention of your worldwide audience.
The John of Nepomuck was thrown into the Vltava not by orders of Charles IV. but his son Wenceslaus IV. long after Charles died, and his son become the king, the laziest king in our history.
Nice video, sir. We need more video from/about other bridges
I'll try my best!😁
The man, the myth...the legend! He's back!
Haha thanks Zak😄
Another good video. Can't wait to go back to Prague when the restrictions are lifted.
Thank you for the support Antony. Pleased you liked the vid and Prague.
The walk and statues are a beautiful and memorable experience...somewhat tainted by throngs of tourists seeking to take pictures and vendors selling beautiful artwork. Of course, walking across is a must - despite living in nearby Liberec briefly last year.
Fan of palindromes much, haha?
Haha indeed but I prefer emordnilaps :-) Thanks Flyboy. I take all experiences at face value. Glad you liked the statues.
Hello Edward, I hate to be one of those Czechs who feel the need to fact-check every video about the Czech Republic put out by a foreigner, but I cannot help it this time.
I'm afraid you've done Charles IV a disservice at 4:41 by implying it was him who had John of Nepomuk martyred. So it happens that I have to defend the honour of our "Father of the Country" in the matters of the faith: What you may not know is that Charles IV was quite possibly the most pious of Czech kings, the co-founder of the Prague Archbishopric, and as the Holy Roman Emperor, a staunch defender and protector of the Roman Catholic Church. It would never have crossed his mind to put a priest to death for keeping the Seal of Confession (which story is probably just a legend, anyway). In fact, it was Charles's son and heir, Wenceslas IV, who got entangled in these power struggles with the Church, and one of the victims of those was the martyred priest.
As an atheist, I'm not a big fan of Nepomuk's, who became the flagship saint used in the Church's propaganda during its re-catholicisation campaign after the Battle of Bílá Hora, but I couldn't let your viewers believe that it was Charles IV who had him killed. Thanks for your understanding, and thank you for the great content you're making to bring our country to the attention of your worldwide audience.
Many thanks slavecek. I will research this further and get back to you if I learn of anything different. :-)
The John of Nepomuck was thrown into the Vltava not by orders of Charles IV. but his son Wenceslaus IV. long after Charles died, and his son become the king, the laziest king in our history.
Sure. Check out my comments section. I realised this later but appreciate the feedback and thanks for watching.