Divided in to 15 districts, Prague is the largest city and the capital of the Czech Republic. Home to over 1.2 million people, the city is located next to the Vltava river and is the center of the country’s cultural, political and economic world.

Each year millions of people visit the city, where tourists feel comfortable with residents who represent a range of cultures and backgrounds.

  Prague has a rich collection of gorgeous Gothic, baroque and Renaissance buildings that have stood the test of time and offer the city a beautiful skyline.

Some of the most stunning architectural sites in the city include the Prague Castle, the Convent of St. Agnes, the Old-New Synagogue, Old Town Hall, the Astronomical Clock, Powder Tower, the Charles Bridge, the Golden Lane, and the Pinkas Synagogue.

  Filled with beautiful architecture, museums, restaurants and shopping areas, the Historical Center of Prague is the most popular area and is divided in to two different sections, the Castle Area and the Old and New Town Areas. Located on the left side of the river, the Castle area is home of the castle, the former residence of kings, the Little Quarter, the foreign embassies and the country’s government.

The Old and New Town areas can be found on the right side of the river and are home to the Jewish Quarter, the Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square, the National Theater, the State Opera and the Estates Theater.

  Visitors are often found wandering down the city’s windy, cobblestone streets just taking in all there is to see. Because there is so much to see, walking is by far the best way to get around the city because you might miss something otherwise.

There are several fine private art galleries in the city as well as larger museums such as the National Gallery and Veletrzni Palace, which houses most of the country’s 20th century art collection.

  One of the most popular squares in the city is Old Town Square. Surrounded by baroque buildings, the square is filled with craftspeople, cafes and entertainers. Jan Palach Square was originally named the Red Army Square and is a great place to sit and relax on a bench near the river or chat with some of the city’s college students.

The most historic square in the city is arguably Wenceslas Square, where the National Museum stands alongside cinemas, shops, hotels, restaurants and casinos.

  The city’s cuisine is a combination of the meals in bordering countries and its own Czech flare. Meals here are hearty and plentiful and often take up several courses and last hours.

Beer is almost always the drink of choice, which is probably why pubs are more popular than restaurants. The nightlife in Prague is relatively laid back and often consists of a few beers in a local pub and a great conversation amongst friends.

Education is very popular in the city, so you’ll find many students and professors discussing topics they’re passionate about. Night time activities in the city also include jazz and classical music performances as well as theater and the opera.