Located in the heart of Europe, the beautiful city of Prague is the capital and the largest city of the Czech Republic. Also known as Zlata Praha it is situated on the bank of the river Vltava in central Bohemia. Being one of the few cities in Europe that managed to retain its original beauty through the WWII, Pragues architecture portrays its rich culture and exotic history. Being the ancient capital of Charles IV's Bohemian Kingdom, the city has influenced the culture of Central Europe since the Middle Ages. And Prague, today, is characterised by its epic history and the monuments left behind. The historical centre of Prague is divided into five main areas. Stare Mesto, or the Old Town, centred around the Old Town Square, the Nove Mesto, or the New Town, centred on Wenceslas Square, and the Josefov, or the Jewish Quarter, are all on one side of the river. The other side of the rive features the Mala Strana, or the Lesser Town and above this centred on Prague Castle is the Castle District. Reflecting the exotic history of Prague through its beautiful structures, this compact city is an open air museum that can be explored on foot if the weather is fine. As most city attractions border the river, a river cruise is also a popular way of exploring the city. Famous for its rich history the city boasts the largest ancient castle in the world. A treasure amongst countless other treasures, the Prague Castle is built on 7.28 hectares of land and is 570 metres long and 128 metres wide. Set on a hill it offers stunning views over the city. Built in the 9th century it had always been the seat of the Czech rulers and today its the most popular tourist site in Prague. Being one of the main cultural centres of Europe, Prague houses many institutions such as museums, art galleries and theatres. It also permanently showcases outstanding performing artists, symphony orchestras, opera and classical concerts performed at classical venues such as stunning opera houses, concert halls and old churches, highlighting the rich Czech culture. The post-communism surge of tourists has resulted in the restructuring of the Prague city. Whilst most monuments have been well preserved some of the older structures have been converted to stylish hotels and fine restaurants. Prague is also very popular for its food and drink. Czech cuisine as well as international cuisine set in the lovely Prague atmosphere is a unique experience. Also famous for its beer, Czech breweries produce some of the world's finest beers. This fine Prague commodity is much appreciated by most tourists to the city. The tourist peak season is generally from April to October. As almost one-half of the national income is through the tourist industry of Prague, the city is tourist friendly and features approximately 73,000 beds. Accommodation comes in all forms including boarding houses, shared bed and breakfast, five star accommodation and luxury lodging at boutique hotels. And although the city accommodates an estimated 3 million tourists per year it has managed to maintain its true magnificence and cultural beauty. About the Author: http://www.roomsnet.co.uk http://www.deals.roomsnet.com http://destinations.roomsnet.com/  Related ContentPost a comment
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