A few interesting facts about Prague\Czech Republic: According to the Guinness World Records, Prague Castle is the largest ancient castle in the world. Prague was the seat of The Holy Roman Empire during the 14^th century. The Jews of Prague have a very long history here. There are in fact 7 Synagogues in Prague. Mozart conducted is own premier of Don Giovanni in 1787. He loved it here so much that he learned Czech and spent much of his time here along with other famous composers. Jan Hus lived and taught reformed theology 100 years before Martin Luther, and got himself burned at the stake for it. Franz Kafka, the famous author, was born and lived here. The Velvet Revolution and Divorce are key terms in its history and you should look them up. Immolations and Defenestrations mark times of turmoil. (Other terms some of you should look up…) People who remember the not-so-far days of communism say that when ‘Big Brother’ was here life was grey. Puppetry is a large part of Czech culture. It played an important role in preserving the heritage and language of the Czechs during the years that others ruled here. The Black Light Theater was invented here. It can get VERY cold in Prague and the best thing to do on days like that is stay in and read.