Prague

Prague is steeped in history and culture, which - hopefully - the new economic and tourist influx since the Velvet Revolution will continue to safeguard. Whether through its periods of subjugation to larger empires or during its shorter, but inspirational, periods of independence, Prague has always been, quite literally, a Bohemian capital.

More harrowing are the monuments that commemorate less edifying events, such as Terezin (Theresienstadt), one of the Nazi's concentration camps just outside the city. Prague encompasses the whole scope of human experience, whether good or bad.

Language: Czech (official)

Currency: Czech Koruna 

Climate: A fairly extreme weather pattern characterised by hot, showery summers, cold, snowy winters and generally changeable conditions. May and September have the most pleasant weather. Prague caters for visitors all year round.

Places to visit: Prague Castle, Malá Strana (the Small Quarter), The Klementinum, Old Town Square, National Museum, Stare Mesto Market.