Zizkov

Rainwalk, rainwalk, walking in the rain. Final destination: the TV tower.

Žižkov Television Tower

An example of Structural Expressionist architecture 

Architect: Václav Aulický
Structural engineer: Jiří Kozák
Height: 216 meters 



Three concrete pillars, supporting nine 'pods',

Three decks for transmitting equipment, 

The highest pods are observation rooms at 100 meters tall (Hellooooo best view in Praha). 
The highest pillar functions as an antenna, and adds to the structure's rocket physique. 

Those ant-looking things are actually these baby statues by David Černý. 

Farmers' Market

On a separate, sunnier day in Žižkov, I discovered a farmer's market outside this beautiful church

 

Cool fountain

Mountain of gnocchi in giant cast iron skillet called "Halusky," this modern street-food dish has been around since the 14th century. 

Check out

Fenix Beer