Anglo-American University La vida en Praga
La vida en AAU, en Praga, es emocionante y permite a los estudiantes adquirir habilidades esenciales mientras se sumergen en una ciudad de gran relevancia histórica. Vivirás en barrios maravillosos, comprarás en tiendas locales y experimentarás la vida en una de las ciudades más bellas del mundo.
Asequibilidad y oportunidades laborales
Todo el mundo sabe que Praga es un destino turístico popular, pero ¿cómo es vivir aquí como estudiante?
Praga figura constantemente entre las 10 ciudades más asequibles de Europa, además de ser una de las 10 mejores ciudades estudiantiles de todo el mundo. Es una ciudad segura e internacional, con un excelente transporte público, una gran comunidad de expatriados y una enorme variedad de oportunidades de empleo disponibles tanto para estudiantes como para profesionales.
On top of a large number of shopping malls and standard grocery stores available to help you with all of your needs, Prague is also a city concerned with sustainability and supporting local entrepreneurs. From weekly farmers’ markets to organized pop-ups with second-hand clothing and goods for sale, Prague is a welcoming and accommodating city for all budgets and lifestyles.
Actividades y lugares imprescindibles
Prague has an amazing network of very affordable public transportation making commuting easy and accessible. The whole city is covered in a thick network of trams, buses and metro stations. Wherever you want to go, there’s a convenient way to get there!
Las líneas de tranvía diurnas 1-26 funcionan aproximadamente entre las 5:00 y las 24:00 horas. Los intervalos son de 8 minutos en horas punta y de 10-20 minutos en otras horas. Las rutas más concurridas 9 y 22 operan con la mitad de la frecuencia habitual.
Todas las líneas de metro funcionan diariamente entre las 05:00 y las 24:00 horas.
Prague is a well known and sought-after travel destination thanks to its prolific nightlife and beautiful atmosphere, but there are also many historic and cultural activities and locales available for those who know where to look!
Lugares históricos
- Castillo de Praga (Pražský hrad): Construido en el año 870, es uno de los complejos de castillos más grandes del mundo.
- Puente de Carlos (Karlův most): Con más de 600 años de antigüedad, el Puente de Carlos es un lugar emblemático y romántico.
- Vyšehrad – Vyšehrad is a historic fortress with spectacular views that is relatively unknown to tourists.
- Old Town Square (Staroměstské náměstí) – Home to the Astronomical Clock, Church of Our Lady before Týn, and the famous Jan Hus statue, Old Town Square is a must-see!
- Plaza de Wenceslao (Václavské náměstí): No te pierdas la Plaza de Wenceslao, escenario de la infame y pacífica Revolución de Terciopelo.
- Petřín Tower – Petřín Tower is a popular lookout tower in a beloved park located in the heart of Prague.
Actividades al aire libre
- Náplavka – Located on the river, Náplavka is a favorite meeting place for evening drinks, and boasts a weekly farmers market!
- Letná – Letná is a large park with a picturesque view over the water and a famous beer garden.
- David Černý’s sculptures – Local artist David Cerny has a variety of mind-bending installations around Prague. Keep an eye out for them!
- Divoká Šárka – Another large park with great hiking and a little-known public pool, Divoká Šárka is an excellent place to spend a Saturday afternoon.
- Pedal Boats – We highly recommend renting a pedal boat for an hour for a different view of the city!
- Stromovka – A 95-hectare park established in the thirteenth century as a game reserve. It’s a great spot for a picnic.
Actividades de interior
- Museo Mucha – Alphonse Mucha is a beloved Czech artist known for his Art Nouveau style.
- Museo del Comunismo – Learn more about the Communist influence over the Czech Republic in a post-World War II era at the Museum of Communism.
- Galería Nacional: – Immerse yourself in Czech art and culture at the National Gallery.
- MeetFactory – MeetFactory is a creative space for everything from art installations to second-hand markets.
- DOX – DOX showcases contemporary art in all its forms.
- Museo Nacional – Recently renovated and reopened, the National Museum is an impressive collection of Natural Sciences and History.
- Kunsthalle – An art space for modern and contemporary art around the corner from AAU and with a free annual membership for all those under 26.
All of these sites are easily accessible by Prague’s excellent public transportation system. One pass will give you access to all of the buses, trams, and metros within the city, and your student card will grant you a special discount on the price of a transportation ticket!
Pero la República Checa tiene mucho más que ofrecer que Praga. Hay muchos destinos de fin de semana que merece la pena visitar, desde pequeñas ciudades hasta preciosos parques nacionales.
Fuera de Praga...
- Český Krumlov – A fairytale town just a few hours from Prague.
- Karlovy Vary: – Home to spas and natural hot springs, Karlovy Vary is a perfect relaxing weekend getaway.
- Kutná Hora – Known for the Gothic St. Barbara’s Church and Sedlec Ossuary, a chapel adorned with human skeletons.
- České Švýcarsko – Bohemian Switzerland, also known as Czech Switzerland, is a picturesque region in the north-western Czech Republic.
- Český ráj – Established in 1955 as Czechia’s first Protected Landscape Area, this region is known for its sandstone formations, castles, and hiking trails.
- Velká Amerika – A partly flooded, abandoned limestone quarry near the village of Mořina.
- Karlštejn – One of the most famous and frequently visited castles in Czechia.
Ubicación céntrica y posibilidades de viaje
Thanks to its unique location in the heart of Europe, Prague can also serve as an excellent base for exploring other destinations. Cities like Berlin, Vienna, Budapest, and Kraków are all just a few hours away by bus or train, and numerous budget airlines serving the Prague Airport facilitan escapadas de fin de semana a destinos como Barcelona, Ámsterdam, Londres o las playas del Mediterráneo en Grecia y Croacia.
No importa adónde quieras ir en Europa: desde Praga, todo está a tu alcance.
Enlaces útiles
- Expats.cz – This website is an essential tool for anyone who has recently arrived in Prague, and even for those who have been here a while. It contains almost everything you need to know about life in Prague for a foreigner.
- Mapy.com – The Czech equivalent of Google Maps.
- Dpp.cz – For public transportation information, including trams, buses, and trains.
- Pid.cz : Para buscar conexiones de tranvía, billetes y precios y cambios en el tráfico.
- Pubtran.cz – Managed by Seznam.cz, this app is a useful tool for checking public transport timetables.