Prague - Ungelt Courtyard

The Ungelt Courtyard, behind the Tyn Church, dates to the 11th Century. It was originally used by merchants coming to Prague, and who would set up on the Old Town Square to sell their merchandise. The merchants would store their goods in the Ungelt Courtyard and also pay taxes here. The area is uniquely set up, with only two entrance points to allow for better security and monitoring of goods coming and going. The area was recently restored in the mid 1990s, and is now a beautiful outdoor area with restaurants and cafés, and one of the most prestigious areas in Prague. A mixture of architectural styles grace the courtyard, including the beautiful Renaissance Granovsky Palace.