Czech and Prague Sightseeing

Zizkov Television Tower

Reminiscent of an old Apollo-Saturn 5 rocket gantry, the Zizkov Tower (affectionately known as the ‘Prague prick’ by locals) transmits TV, communication and meteorological signals across the city. In fact, the similarity is such that you half expect a crew of astronauts (or should that be cosmonauts) to appear at any moment! Completed in 1989, but planned during the Communist era, the structure stands to a height of 216m, with a public observation area approximately 100 metres above ground.
Much like Toronto’s CN Tower, Moscow’s Ostankino, or Auckland’s Sky Tower you’ll either see it as inspired design or downright ugly. Of course, the main reason for visiting Zizkov are the superb views of Prague from the tower’s observation deck. Elsewhere, on the lower level deck (63m), meals and refreshments can be had in the tower’s restaurant and café.

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