Situated on the River Vltava (Moldau) in central Bohemia, Prague has been the political, cultural, and economic centre of the Czech Republic for more than 1100 years. The city proper is home to more than 1.2 million people, while its metropolitan area is estimated to have a population of over 1.9 million. The stunning architecture, delicious food, bubbling cultural events and ancient history place it high on tourists’ agendas.

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Astronomical clock in old town hall.
Interior of Municipal House concert hall.
Interior of Municipal House concert hall, Bedrich Smetana is a
Intensely art nouveau decorated restaurant in the Municipal House.
Entry portico of Municipal House.
Prague Philharmonic Orchestra.
Rudolfinum Concert Hall, one of the most important neo-renaissance buildings
Smetana’s grave in the Vysehrad Castle cemetery.
First violinist of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra.
Old mill on the Moldau River.
Old Charles Bridge Tower.
Old Town buildings.
Decorated Easter tree in central old town.
Haute couture shops in old town center.
One of thousands of visitors daily in old town
Interior of Municipal House concert hall.
Detail of astronomical clock in old town hall.
Old Town Hall tower in central Prague.
Memorial statue of Jan Hus in old town square; He
Church of Our Lady before Tyn. It has been the
St. Nicholas church in old town square offers classical music
Old town street musician.
Foreign visitors singing team songs during the European volleyball finals
Church of Our Lady before Tyn. It has been the
Budweiser beer originates from the Czech Republic.
Pilsner beer originates from the Czech Republic.
Poster for the National Theatre.
Modern sculpture facing Prague Castle in the distance.
St Vitus Cathedral at Prague Castle. Prague Castle is one
Architectural details abound in Prague.
Early spring outdoor cafe.
Art Nouveau architectural details; Prague contains one of the
Art Nouveau architectural details; Prague contains one of the
Art Nouveau architectural details; Prague contains one of the
Art Nouveau architectural details; Prague contains one of the
The Black Tower is one of the oldest existing buildings
Charming cafes everywhere.
Charles Bridge Musicians.
Charles Bridge statue and souvenir vendor.
Charles Bridge tourists.
Construction of the Charles Bridge started in 1357 under the
Charles Bridge Puppet playing for change.
Child with souvenirs.
Czech is famous for its Bohemian crystal.
Prague has numerous ‘sgraffitoed’ buildings; it’s a technique of wall
Life is delicious in Prague
The Black Tower is one of the oldest existing buildings
The Lennon Wall is a wall in Prague, Czech Republic.
The Lennon Wall is a wall in Prague, Czech Republic.
Legii Bridge over the Moldau River.
Locks attached to a barbed wire, symbolic of locking out
One of many sculptures in Prague.
One of many sculptures in Prague
Memorial plaque to Frederic Chopin who lived for a year
Antonin Dvorak is one of world’s most admired classical composers.
Dvorak’s works include operas, symphonic, choral and chamber music. His
Statue of Dvorak in Prague city center.
Famous art nouveau Municipal House concert hall.
Interior of Municipal House concert hall.
Interior of Municipal House concert hall.

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