Overlooking the city from its hilltop position is the large and imposing Prague Castle. There has been a ruling residence here for some 1000 years. The immense cathedral in the centre is St Vitus's and contains the tomb of St Jan Nepomucký. And the Royal crypt contains Charles IV. This gothic looking cathedral was only completed in 1929, only 600 years after work commenced on it. The Great South Tower holds the best view over Prague if you still have the enrgy to climb the 287 steps. Open daily 9am-5pm (Apr-Oct), 9am-4pm (Nov-Mar), adult 220Kc, student 110Kc.