The Faculty Conference Centre “Profesní dům”
The symposium will be held at the Conference Center “Profesní dům” of the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics at Charles University. This building previously served as a Jesuit college.
Since 2004, this historic building has received considerable attention due to one of the most spectacular discoveries of the past century in Prague: St. Wenceslas Rotunda.
Prague
sometimes called the City of a Hundred Spires, is the capital of the Czech Republic. Ideally situated in the middle of the Bohemian Basin, it has been the center of the Czech state since ancient times. The organic connection between its districts, cultural influences, and architectural styles makes the city unique not only in the Czech Republic, but also in Europe, giving Prague its essential and peculiar magic.
Visitors are struck by Prague’s depth of culture, art, and music. Mozart, Kafka, Dvořák, and many other writers, musicians, and artists found inspiration here. Its architecture also attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists to Prague every year. The most striking feature of its skyline is Prague Castle, which contains the largest complex of castle buildings in Europe, including St. Vitus Cathedral. The Lesser Town (Malá Strana), originally a settlement at the foot of the castle, is now home to splendid Baroque palaces, gardens, and churches. The stone Charles Bridge, built in the mid-14th century by Emperor Charles IV, connects Lesser Town with the Old Town (Staré Město). The Josefov quarter adjoining it hides some of the most remarkable Jewish monuments in Europe, such as the Old Cemetery and the Old-New Synagogue.
Prague is the site of the oldest University in Central Europe. Charles University was founded in 1348 by Charles IV and its original building – Carolinum is still used for ceremonial events.
There are many other sights worth seeing, as well as many small pubs, restaurants, and clubs where you can enjoy Prague’s unique atmosphere.
