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Prague
The city of one hundred towers has its roots in medieval times and underwent renovation and expansion during the art nouveau era, giving Prague a rich cultural and artisitic heritage with a truly eclectic feel.
The city itself is tucked like a jewel into the centre of seven hills, whose well-tended parkland rolls gently into the distance. Serene and romantic and yet lively and modern, Prague is a city of contrasts.
The city's medieval and Baroque pasts are evident and communism undoubtedly left its mark, but Prague has pulled itself into the twenty-first century and wears it very well.
The River Vltava, the Czech Republic's main river, runs throughout Prague, crossed by fifteen bridges. A scattering of small green islands provide breathing spaces from the hustle and bustle of the city, as do the many parks which surround the city.
There is an ancient landmark, be it a castle, monastery, church, square or courtyard, at every turn in narrow cobbled streets of the city centre where daily life of the locals continues busily around you. Don't forget to visit the castle for an astounding view across the gentle countryside as far as the eye can see. And enjoy a beer - of course - in a busy square, replete with colourful street artists and lively market traders. |
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