by Klara, age 8, asks Jezisek are you similar to the German Christkind?, about the Vltava River, and Prague’s astronomical clock
Dear Jezisek,
My name is Klara and I am 8 years old. I live in Prague, Czech Republic, where my family makes a big carp for dinner on Christmas Eve, and this year we kept ours swimming in the bathtub for two whole days first.
First, are you similar to the German Christkind?
Second, a geography question: what river runs through Prague?
Third, a school question about my country: why is Prague’s Old Town famous for its astronomical clock?
I left you a slice of vanocka bread and tea.
Love, Klara, age 8, Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Czech Republic
From the Desk of Jezisek
Dear Klara, thank you for the treat, it was wonderful. Now, your questions.
Are you similar to the German Christkind?
Very similar indeed, close cousins in tradition, both tied to the spirit of the nativity rather than a bearded gift-bringer.
What river runs through Prague?
The Vltava River winds right through the middle of Prague, beneath its famous Charles Bridge, and the whole old town glitters along its banks on a clear December night.
Why is Prague’s Old Town famous for its astronomical clock?
The Prague Astronomical Clock, mounted on the Old Town Hall, was first installed in 1410, making it one of the oldest working astronomical clocks in the world. Every hour a small parade of carved figures moves across its face, drawing admiring crowds for more than six hundred years.
Vesele Vanoce, Klara.
Ho ho ho, Jezisek
