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Prague
is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.� From its well
preserved historic center to its castle on the banks of the River
Vltava, Prague is a feast for the eyes.� Unlike the other
capital cities of Europe, Prague survived the ravages of World War
II relatively intact.� Spend just five minutes in the bustling
Czech capital and you will understand why it has received the title
of "Golden City."
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Around Prague |
Prague's city center is made up of four towns which grew together in
the 18th Century.� On the west bank of the River Vltava are the
Hradčany (Castle District) and the Mal�
Strana (Lesser Quarter), and on the east bank are the Star�
Město
(Old Town) and the
Nov�
Město
(New Town).� Each section of town has its own unique flavor and
landmarks.� Visit them all for a true taste of Prague!
PRAGUE
CASTLE (Pra�sk�
Hrad) Located on the West Bank of the River Vltava,
Prague Castle forms one of the distinguishing landmarks on the
city's skyline.�
OLD
TOWN (Star�
Město)
The Old Town holds many of Prague's
most notable sights, including the Gothic Spires of the Tyn Church (Před
T�nem), the
Astronomical Clock (Orloj), and the famed Old Town Square.
NEW
TOWN
(Nov�
Město)
Prague's New Town encircles its Old Town on the eastern
banks of the river.� You will find museums, markets, and a
bustling nightlife in this part of the city.
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Prague Travel Tips |
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TOURIST INFORMATION
Prague has a well developed tourist infrastructure.� The
city plays host to thousands of Americans and British visitors, and
everyone speaks excellent English.� You can reach the Central
Information Office at 12 444 from 8am to 7pm.
URBAN TRANSPORTATION
Tired of walking?� Prague has three subway lines that
across the city.� Trains run fairly frequently every day
between 5am and midnight.� You must buy your ticket from the
machine in the station before heading down to the platform.�
There are many police officers in each subway station, so do not
forget to buy your ticket!
Trams and buses also run throughout Prague from 4:30am to
midnight.� In addition, there are some night lines.� You
may use one continuous ticket for all three methods of
transportation.
Finally, you can find taxicabs in every corner of the city.�
A lit sign on the car shows that it's free.
PUPPETS AND CRYSTAL
Prague's most notable products are Czech crystal and wooden puppets.�
You will find crystal stores all over the city, with the largest
stores located near the
Old Town
Square.� Czech puppets are not merely toys, but are works
of art.� You will find the best deals in the stalls of market
near Wenceslas
Square.
CLASSICAL MUSIC AND
OPERA
Classical Music is everywhere in Prague: you will find
advertisements for concerts and operas throughout the city.�
Stop by one of the Tourism Offices near Wenceslas Square to find out
what tickets are available.� Tickets are cheap and the
performances are superb.
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Other European
Cities |
 Heidelberg
Heidelberg is the very image of
romantic Germany.� The city's 17th Century red sandstone castle
ruin and the old bridge are two of the most majestic sights in all of
Germany.
 Venice
Take a stroll along
Venice's world famous canals and view the magnificent works of art in
the city's many cathedrals.
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