PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

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The Czech Republic lies at the heart of Central Europe and at its center is the beautiful and historic city of Prague. With a population of some 1.3 million residents, the city lies on either side of the Vltava River in the middle of Bohemia that is one of the three historic Czech territories; the others being Moravia and Silesia. The city has seven "Chapter Divisions" or districts.

North & Western Suburbs

This is mainly an area of residential buildings and parkland, containing Prague's largest park — Stromovka. The park was originally a hunting ground and is now home to many attractions including the Vystaviste Exhibition Grounds, the Prumyslovy Palace, the Planetarium, and the Lapidarium.

A walk to the west of the park brings the visitor to the Royal Summer Palace (Letohrádek královny Anny), a neo-Gothic building where the National Museum stores some of its treasures.

To the south of Stromovka lies Letna Park. A walk farther south brings one to a plateau overlooking the main city and river. Here, you will see... more

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52 reviews of Prague, Czech Republic
Watch out for Taxi Driver
Submitted by:azthairub
September 4, 2008
I have taken a ride where the taxi driver fixed his meter to run at lightening speed. I found the way to get a fair ride is to ask them how much it would be and agree on a price before you hop in. Ask your hotel and see how much that you should pay first before you hop in. Even with that precaution I have got taken many times. ... More
I have taken a ride where the taxi driver fixed his meter to run at lightening speed. I found the way to get a fair ride is to ask them how much it would be and agree on a price before you hop in. Ask your hotel and see how much that you should pay first before you hop in. Even with that precaution I have got taken many times.
Date of Trip to : February2008
Purpose of your trip: Business
Cost of your stay: $1001-$2000
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I love Prague
Submitted by:ftq73
April 24, 2008
I travel a lot and Prague is my hands down favorite city I have ever visited it is the only place I have been that I wanted to stay forever.... More
I travel a lot and Prague is my hands down favorite city I have ever visited it is the only place I have been that I wanted to stay forever.
Date of Trip to : December2006
Purpose of your trip: Personal
Cost of your stay: $3001-$5000
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beautiful- Wanna go back soon
Submitted by:Nivek94
February 4, 2008
Prague is the most magnificent city I have ever seen. The people are VERY kind and very excepting of foreigners. I visited Brno also (Business meeting) And was pleased with the food. Only downside is the language is complicated and signs are a bit confusing without a GPS. (Mine broke halfway through the trip).... More
Prague is the most magnificent city I have ever seen. The people are VERY kind and very excepting of foreigners. I visited Brno also (Business meeting) And was pleased with the food. Only downside is the language is complicated and signs are a bit confusing without a GPS. (Mine broke halfway through the trip).
Date of Trip to : August2007
Purpose of your trip: Personal
Cost of your stay: $1001-$2000
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