Municipal House in Prague, a magnificent example of Art Nouveau, located on the Republic Square (Namesti Republiky), was built in the early XX century on the site of the royal palace, where already noted all the most famous personalities of the Czech court. The palace was built in the XV century, many times destroyed by fires, but rebuilt. Finally, it was decided not to rebuild, but to create a completely new building, which would be consistent with notions of the ideal structure of the Czechs' Czech Renaissance. " The construction of the Municipal House took 7 years.

Interestingly, for the decoration of the building we were invited to a very well-known artists to create their works in a unique, unusual style. So, over the panels, mosaics on the facade of the artist worked K. Shpillar and painting hall mayors were entrusted to A. Mucha. All the pictures on the walls can be called national, they are imbued with the spirit of patriotism and devoted to raising the Czech culture.

The main hall of the Municipal House got its name in honor of one of the most famous Czech composers - Smetana. This hall has seen many important events in Czech history. In particular, this is where independence was proclaimed the Czech Republic at the beginning of the XX century.

Municipal House was the most modern at the time of communication, such as central heating and running water. Everything was done so efficiently, that many of them are still working.

Public to get inside the house can be. It is located pathetic cafes and several exhibition and concert halls. To view them, you need to sign up for a tour.