Prague at night
Situated in the north-west of the country on the Vltava river, the city is home to about 1.3 million people, while its metropolitan area is estimated to have a population of over 2.3 million.[5] The city has a temperate oceanic climate with warm summers and chilly winters.
Prague has been a political, cultural and economic centre of Europe[citation needed] and particularly central Europe[citation needed]during its 1,100 year existence. For centuries, during the Gothic and Renaissance eras, Prague was the permanent seat of twoHoly Roman Emperors and thus was also the capital of the Holy Roman Empire.[citation needed] Later it was an important city in theHabsburg Monarchy and the Austro-Hungarian Empire,[citation needed] and after World War I became the capital of Czechoslovakia. The city played major roles in the Protestant Reformation, the Thirty Years' War, and in 20th-century history, during both World Wars and the post-war Communist era.
Prague is home to a number of famous cultural attractions, many of which survived the violence and destruction of twentieth century Europe. Main attractions include the following: Prague Castle, the Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, the Jewish Quarter, theLennon Wall, and Petřín hill. Since 1992, the extensive historic centre of Prague has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.
Prague boasts more than ten major museums, along with countless theatres, galleries, cinemas, and other historical exhibits. Also, Prague is home to a wide range of public and private schools, including the famous Charles University. Its rich history makes it a popular tourist destination, and the city receives more than 4.1 million international visitors annually, as of 2009.[6][7] Prague is classified as a global city.[citation needed]
A modern public transportation system connects the city. Prague is also accessible by road, train, and air.
Charles bridge
A rented car
Narrow streets
Vivid square
Famous astronomical clock on the tower hall. Since 1490 every hour 12 apostles appear in the tiny windows from 8 am to 8 pm.
Not a bad mode of transport
Chech rolls
The city is like on a palm
Don't let your girlfriend fly away
Many tourists are attracted to Prague by red roofs
The city of roses
Chech cemetery
Souvenirs
Meat may be eaten right on the central square
Ideal friends - blonde, brunette and red.
Horses as if ancient times aren't gone.
The most photographed object
Charles bridge from above
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