Prague, the Czech Republic

One of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe, Prague is an exceptionally beautiful city on the banks of the Vltava River in the Czech Republic. It is the principal center of the country’s political, business, commercial, cultural, and social life. Prague is known for its historic architecture and thousands of landmarks in the Old Town. The city is famous for numerous cultural events, its delicious beer, excellent universities, and friendly, welcoming people.

Local landmarks and points of interest include Prague Castle, the Národní Muzeum, Dancing House (Tančící dům), Charles Bridge (Karlův most), National Technical Museum (Národní technické Muzeum), Lego Museum, Wax Museum of Legends by Grévin | Chocotopia, National Museum of Agriculture, Lobkowicz Palace, Vyšehrad, Petřín Tower, Strahov Monastery, National Theatre, Žluté lázně, National Memorial on Vítkov Hill, Kafka Museum, Franz Kafka – Rotating Head, Kafka Monument, Jerusalem Synagogue, Jewish Town Hall, Petřín Hill, Olšany Cemetery, and many others.