Speculum Alchemiae, Alchemy museum in Old Town, Prague.
The underground vaults of Speculum Alchemiae contain preserved laboratories and a collection of ancient books containing recipes for medieval potions and elixirs.
During the 16th century, Emperor Rudolf II established an alchemical laboratory in this building, drawing numerous practitioners to conduct experiments within its walls.
Medieval alchemists at Speculum Alchemiae combined scientific methods with mystical elements to pursue the creation of gold and search for eternal youth.
The museum operates daily from 10 AM to 6 PM, offering 30-minute guided tours through three floors of exhibits at 200 CZK per adult.
The floods of 2002 revealed hidden underground tunnels connecting the museum to Prague Castle and the Old Town Hall through a network of passages.
Location: Old Town
Website: http://alchemiae.cz/en
Address: Haštalská 795/1, 110 00 Praha 1 - Staré Město
Website: http://alchemiae.cz/en
GPS coordinates: 50.09079,14.42251
Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:52
Prague contains numerous historical sites beyond the main tourist areas. The Vyšehrad fortress stands above the Vltava River with Gothic and Baroque architecture. The Vrtba Garden displays terraced landscaping from the 18th century. The Strahov Monastery holds medieval manuscripts in its libraries. Modern culture thrives at Kasárna Karlín, a former military base. Gardens like Wallenstein and Kinský offer green spaces with statues and ponds. Religious buildings include the modernist St. Wenceslas Church in Vršovice and the Gothic Church of Our Lady before Týn.
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