Admission fees re-introduced at St Vitus Cathedral

Admission fees were re-introduced at St Vitus Cathedral at Prague Castle on Monday, after four years of free access. Visitors can now only explore the cathedral after purchasing tickets to one of two tours offered by the castle administration; the cheapest admission fee is 250 crowns, or around 13 US dollars. The head of Prague Castle administration said the move would cut the waiting time for visitors to the monument, and would also enhance its protection. Visitors without tickets are now able to enter only the front part of the cathedral in the entrance area. Unrestrained access is also granted to people who come to the cathedral to pray.