Morning Glories
25/30
Prague has so many great photo-op spots, but chances are, if you notice it, hundreds (if not thousands) of tourists have noticed it too. There could even be an unofficial line waiting for a moment in that photo spot. Waiting too late in the day to get up and out and around the city will result in a rushed photo with that harsh, middle-of-the-day sunlight, and photo bombers ruining the background of what could have been a great memento of your trip.
The only solution is to wake up early– early, early. 5:00 am early, before a majority of the crowds are even coming out of their REM cycles. Only at this time can you get out to even the most popular tourist spots (the clock tower, the bridge, the castle, etc.) and get a decent photo. Not to mention, the lighting at this time is absolutely magical. The soft, golden light of the rising sun is flattering on everyone. This is the time you’ll find the professional photographers out and about, taking their scenic landscapes or popular wedding shots.
If a great photo isn’t enough motivation to get up that early, consider waking up for the experience. As a person who doesn’t like swimming through the crowds of tourists, being one of the few people out on the Charles Bridge was a quiet, peaceful dream. Experiencing Prague at this time of morning allows one to take in their surroundings, contemplate, and enjoy their stroll through town. The photo taken at this hour can serve as a reminder for the intimate moment you got with the city in the early hours of the morning.
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