Prague
Prague a city famous for its unique medieval architecture and history, its cuisine based around pork or chicken and its legendary lager beer you can drink at beer halls while sitting with a group of sometimes unknown people. And a lot of sightseeing. This magical city of bridges, cathedrals, gold-tipped towers and church domes has been dominating the landscapes divided by the Vltava River for more than ten centuries.
But today’s Prague has become almost as renowned for its art scene, its dining and its live entertainment as for its architecture.
It is regarded by many as one of Europe's most charming and beautiful cities. Prague has become the most popular travel destination in Central Europe.
The capital and the largest city of the Czech Republic, Prague is home to about 1.26 million people, while its larger urban zone is estimated to have a population of nearly 2 million. The city has a temperate climate, with warm summers and chilly winters.
If you plan to visit and book an accommodation in Prague you need to know that it is sometimes better to find accommodation further away from the city center. It is because in comparison to other world metropolises Prague is quite small and its public transport is effective. Thats why you don't need to worry that you will spend most of your time on trams and buses.
Languages spoken | Czech language |
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Currency used | Czech crown - czech symbol "Kc", international "CZK" |
Time zone | Central European time zone - GMT+1, in summer - GMT+2 |
Public transport | Tram, bus, car, metro, taxi |
Area (km2) | 496 square km |
Country name | Back to Czech Republic - Prague - |