The majestic capital of the Czech Republic is a popular tourist destination renowned for its wealth of exceptional architecture. Regarded as the "magical capital of Europe" by André Breton, the city of Prague (or "Praha") offers an extensive range of accommodation and holiday options to suit all budgets. With its romantic atmosphere and remarkable monuments, Prague is listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO and is quite simply one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.
Situated at the heart of the Czech Republic and Central Europe, the city of Prague is home to more than 1.2 million inhabitants. The city was founded in the 9th century and was successively the capital of Bohemia, the Germanic Holy Roman Empire and Czechoslovakia over the course of its colourful history. With the Velvet Revolution in 1989, events in Prague sparked the collapse of the Soviet Empire and the city later went on to become the capital of the new Czech Republic in 1993. Now a major centre for both industry and culture, the city also benefits from a thriving economy and a famous reputation as a major tourist city. With 2 million visitors each year, Prague is without a doubt the most popular destination in central Europe.
Roman, Gothic, Baroque and Cubist, the "city of a hundred spires" is brimming with historical wonders, like the Charles Bridge built in 1342, a must for any visitor to Prague. The sites of interest are multiple and diverse, however Prague Castle with Saint Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, the Basilica of Saint George and the Powder Tower feature amongst some of the unmissable attractions. Further on, the Clementinum houses the National Library and an amazing Baroque hall while several synagogues and the oldest Jewish cemetery in Europe can be found in Josefov, the old Jewish quarter. The list of enchanting sights continues with the old town square and its Jan Hus memorial, the astronomical clock on the city hall façade with its famous skeleton that suddenly appears on each hour, the Church of Our Lady before Týn, Saint Nicholas Church and historical Wenceslas Square. Prague has so much to offer that your time there will always seem too short!
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