Technical Tours. Two Days. One day. Krakow Universities and Polish Science Academy, Poland. Vexcel Imaging GmbH a Microsoft Company, Austria

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1 Technical Tours Two Days Vexcel Imaging GmbH a Microsoft Company, Austria Microsoft s UltraCam business group offers state-of-the-art photogrammetric products based on the latest and mostadvanced technological developments. The flagship product the UltraCam photogrammetric digital aerial mapping camera was first introduced in 2004 to offer customers an alternative to traditional film aerial technology. ( microsoft.com/en-us/ultracam/company.aspx) Date & Place: July 2016, Graz, Austria Krakow Universities and Polish Science Academy, Poland The tour will be focused on a scientific part (Universities + Polish Science Academy) and tourist part Krakow as a historical city of southern Poland. The scientific part will comprise a review of scientific projects and presentations from Photogrammetry/LIDAR/GIS/RS / Geomatic sector working in Krakow and our region. Date & Place: July 2016, Krakow, Poland Deutches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), Germany DLR is the national aeronautics and space research centre of the Federal Republic of Germany. Its extensive research and development work in aeronautics, space, energy, transport and security is integrated into national and international cooperative ventures. In addition to its own research, as Germany s space agency, DLR has been given responsibility by the federal government for the planning and implementation of the German space programme. DLR is also the umbrella organisation for the nation s largest project management agency. Date & Place: July 2016, Oberpffafenhofen (Munich), Germany One day Department of Geoinformatics, Faculty of Science, Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic One of the oldest universities in the Czech Republic (Moravia) has a Department of Geoinformatics. Department focus on cartography, GIS and remote sensing with many projects regarding environment, city problems, etc. Date & Place: 18 July 2016, Olomouc, Czech Republic Transport: Train THE XXIII CONGRESS OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PHOTOGRAMMETRY AND REMOTE SENSING PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC,

2 PRAGUE 2016 Half day: Department of Geomatics, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Czech Technical University in Prague, Czech Republic The presentation will cover historical maps and their registration, web servers, photogrammetry for cultural heritage, development of urban areas, interferometry, etc. Czech Office for Surveying, Mapping and Cadastre Digital map databases of the Czech Republic, Remote and Open Access to Cadaster etc. Date & Place: 18 July 2016, Prague, Czech republic Date & Place: 18 July 2016, Prague, Czech republic Free cancellation of reserved tours until 31 May Faculty of Science, Charles University, Department of Applied Geoinformatics and Cartography Excursion to the Faculty of Science, Charles University in Prague: The excursion offers an insight into educational and research activities at the Institute of Geography of the Faculty of Science, Charles University in Prague, one of the oldest universities in Europe. In addition, there will be a visit to the Map Collection of the Faculty of Science containing more than map sheets, atlases and globes; approximately 50% of them are early prints and manuscripts dating before Date & Place: 18 July 2016, Prague, Czech republic Transport: walk (22 minutes one way) 32

3 Optional Tours Proposal of Sightseeign Activities for the XXIII ISPRS Congress Prague, 2016 TOURS IN PRAGUE Option 1 PRAGUE OLD TOWN & JEWISH QUARTER Discover the most significant square in historical Prague which originated in the 12th century. It is the very place where 27 Czech noblemen were executed on 21st June 1621 and where the history of Czech lands was written many times. Beside the Old Town Hall and the Church of Our Lady before Tyn the square has several other dominant buildings, the baroque St. Nicholas church, the Stone Bell house a gothic city palace from the 14th century, and the Memorial to Master Jan Hus. During this tour, your guests will have the chance to learn more of the incredible people who made contributions to building the social and cultural centre of Prague over the years (amongst others: Wolfgang. Amadeus Mozart, Nicollo Paganini, Tycho Brahe (Danish Astronomer) or Franz Kafka (the most celebrated Prague writer of Jewish origin). The Prague meridian can be seen there. Prague Jewish Town/Prague Ghetto dates back to the 13th century but its present appearance is mainly the result of a vast redevelopment action undertaken between Only a few of the most significant buildings were saved, a living testimony of the history of Prague Jews that lasted for many centuries. Yet these buildings form the best present complex of Jewish historical monuments in all of Europe. Six synagogues remain from this old settlement which includes the Jewish Town Hall and the Old Jewish Cemetery the most remarkable in Europe. Except the Old-New Synagogue they are part of the Jewish Museum. The tour ends on Charles Bridge where you can admire the open gallery of sculptures. Option 2 VLTAVA RIVER & CHARLES BRIDGE TOUR The Vltava River and the gothic 13th century Charles Bridge are an integral part of Prague s heritage. Since the medieval ages Prague has become an important centre of trade and a seat of the Czech Kings. The large urban area stretched on both sides of the Vltava River and so a construction of a bridge over the river became one of the conditions of its further development. This exciting program starts by a visit of the museum of Charles Bridge where you can admire a unique model of the construction of Charles Bridge including illustrations of the medieval technologies used. The museum exhibition also includes sections on adjacent architecture, decorative statues and features and last but not least a documentation of the floods in Prague. The museum visit will be followed by a light refreshment and a river cruise on board the historic canal boats. Experience an original canal boat from the end of 19th century. The Vodouch has an unique wooden interior with brass details and historical stove heating during the winter months. Certified shipmasters provide live commentary on Prague monuments and development of the Prague embankment while Berth officers usher the passengers aboard and provide refreshing drinks. Enjoy quite a different tour of Prague from a water level perspective! NOTES: Jewish Quarter, Jewish Cemetery and Jewish Town Hall are closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays approx. 3 hrs are recommended for a full visit of the Jewish Quarter Entrance to Jewish Quarter Entrance to Old New Synagogue town Cruise for 1 hour Refreshment on boat Entrance to Charles Bridge Museum THE XXIII CONGRESS OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PHOTOGRAMMETRY AND REMOTE SENSING PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC,

4 PRAGUE 2016 Option 3 PRAGUE CASTLE DISCOVERY & LESSER TOWN TOUR Prague Castle is the largest medieval castle complex in Europe. The Prague Castle complex, seat of Czech kings throughout the ages, comprises of many buildings, including the gothic St. Vitus Cathedral (Prague s most recognizable landmark), several palaces, a monastery, museums & galleries, viewing towers, St. George s Basilica and the enchanting Golden Lane. The crown jewels are kept in Prague Castle, as are the relics of Bohemian kings, or precious Christian reliquiae. Events important for the whole country have taken place within its walls. Prague Castle means the embodiment of the historical tradition of the Czech state, linking the present with the past. The Lesser Quarter is a picturesque area which was and still is an inspiration for writers, poets, musicians, painters, photographers - as a matter of fact for everybody with a pinch of romanticism in his or her soul. It is situated on the left bank of the Vltava River, between Hradcany and Petrin Hill and just under Prague Castle. Because of its incredible charm; it was chosen by the nobility and the wealthy as their permanent residence, and they enriched it with sumptuous palaces and magnificent churches. Your guests can begin their tour at Prague Castle and continue down towards Lesser Town to find many cultural icons throughout of this area. NOTES: 25 participants per guide recommended Prague Castle interiors: St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, Vladislav Hall, Golden Lane, St. George; tour followed by a ride by historic tram in from Prague Castle to the Old Town area Option 4 VYŠEHRAD ONE OF THE OLDIEST PRAGUE QUARTERS Vyšehrad cliff belongs among the city quarters stretching above the Vltava River. Although Vyšehrad is mentioned in many old Prague legends (about Libuše, War of Maids or Horymír), the original medieval fortress of Vyšehrad was actually younger than Prague Castle. Nowadays Vyšehrad is dominated by the neo gothic church of St. Peter and Paul and surrounded by many interesting sights stretched over the green Vyšehrad rock/hill. Just to name a few Leopold Gate built in 1670, Romanesque rotunda of St. Martin, St. Lawrence s basilica or the mysterious so called Devil s stone. At Vyšehrad, you can also visit a beautiful cemetery, the resting place of the Czech nation s elite called Slavín, where most of the gravestones are made by leading Czech sculptors. Entrance to Vyšehrad Tour to be terminated in a restaurant for lunch Entrance to Prague Castle 34

5 TOURS OUTSIDE PRAGUE Option 1 KARLŠTĚJN UNIQUE GOTHIC CASTLE (Program duration approx. 6 hours) This Gothic castle, founded in 1348, has a unique position among Czech castles. It was built by the Czech King and Roman Emperor Charles IV as a place for safekeeping the royal treasures, especially Charles s collection of holy relics and the coronation jewels of the Roman Empire. At the outbreak of the Hussite wars, the castle became the place for safekeeping the Czech coronation jewels, with the exception of several short-time breaks, for nearly 200 years. The castle was reconstructed in late Gothic style after 1480 and in Renaissance style in the last quarter of the 16th century. The present appearance of the castle comes from the last reconstruction, which was carried out in the purist neo-gothic style by architect Josef Mocker at the end of the 19th century. The original step-like order of buildings is very impressive. From the Well tower and Burgrave s palace located as the lowest you d walk up to the majestic five-storied Imperial palace and further up towards the Marian tower. NOTES: Maximum number of persons per tour is 55 pax (incl. guide) Tour times need to be booked in advance Mini-bus shuttle with access to Karlštejn Castle available Maximum capacity is 40 persons per transfer Option 2 VISIT TO KUTNÁ HORA THE TOWN OF SILVER (Program duration approx. 6 hours) During the Middle Ages, profits from the Kutná Hora silver mines brought fame to the lands of the Czech Crown, and Kutná Hora became the richest and most powerful town in the Czech lands. At the turn of the 14th and 15th centuries, Kutná Hora became the seat of King Václav IV. The Gothic St. James Church (1330) and the St. Barbara s Cathedral (1388), devoted to the patroness of miners, are among the most important architectural monuments. Among other jewels is the former mint The Vlašský dvůr (Italian Court) from the 13th century, and several patrician houses. The tour includes a visit to a former medieval mine. Cathedral of St. Barbara Construction works were initiated in 1388 just behind the town walls on a rocky cliff with a magnificent view over the valley of the Vrchlice River, outcrops of the richest silver mines and an old chapel dedicated to St. Barbara, the patron saint of miners. Cemetery Chapel & Ossuary in Sedlec Unique skeletal decorations of the interior of the chapel include a massive chandelier, a cross, chalices, a monstrance or Schwarzenberg coat-of-arms. According to estimates, bones of approximately 40,000 people were used to decorate the chapel, creating this unique ossuary a reminder of the transience of human life and the inevitability of death. Entrance to Kutná hora Cathedral, Cemetery Chapel and Sedlec Monastery Professional guide up to 6 hours Entrance to Karlštejn Professional guide up to 6 hours THE XXIII CONGRESS OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PHOTOGRAMMETRY AND REMOTE SENSING PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC,

6 PRAGUE 2016 Option 3 KONOPIŠTĚ FRENCH GOTHIC CASTLE (Program duration approx. 6 hours) Visit an original French Gothic castle from the 14th century. Konopiste castle was reconstructed at the end of 19th century for Frantisek Ferdinand, successor to the Austrian-Hungarian throne. It is famous for housing a beautiful collection of European weapons and artwork from the 16th 18th century. Come to a forest region where this impressive piece of architecture is hidden. Upon your request we can arrange for a band of medieval musicians in colourful costumes who will await your arrival and accompany you along the broad footpath to the main entrance of the castle. Step into the rose garden for cocktails and enjoy a show of wild falcons. A tour of the castle will reveal an incredible collection of hunting trophies compiled by Prince Ferdinand. Option 4 PILSEN/PLZEŇ THE CITY OF PILSNER URQUELL BEER (Min. 15 persons per group) Plzen is the place where golden lager beer was born in 1842, since then the whole beer world has been trying to imitate it. Beers bearing names such as pils, pilsner or pilsener number in hundreds; however, the only original recognized worldwide is Pilsner Urquell. In the Pilsner Urquell Museum amongst others you will see an Egyptian brewery model, an original Gothic malthouse with its own well, a working example of a brewhouse, and goblets used by Emperor František Josef I for beer tasting. In the next part you will see the secrets of the brewing process. Na Spilce Restaurant The restaurant offers a pleasant seating in the stylish surroundings of the brewery pub.it is located on the site of the former fermentation cellar, known as the spilka, directly inside the brewery complex. Entrance to Konopiště Professional guide up to 6 hours Entrance to Pilsen brewery Professional guide up to 8 hours 36