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The Charles Bridge is a medieval bridge over the Vltava River in Prague, connecting two historical districts of the Czech capital: Malá Strana and Staré Město, or “Old Town.” Construction of the bridge began in 1357 by order of King Charles IV, based on a design by the German-Czech architect and sculptor Petr Parléř, and was completed in the 15th century.
Originally called the Prague Bridge, it was renamed in honor of founder Charles IV in 1870. The Charles Bridge is made of stone blocks and consists of 16 arches, with a length of 520 meters and a width of 9.5 meters. It is a functioning bridge in Prague, adorned with 30 sculptures primarily of religious content. The Charles Bridge is one of the most famous landmarks in Prague.