Much has been written about this truly beautiful city and the reasons why Prague remains so popular are quite simple. You will understand simply by strolling along the cobblestone streets of the old town, observing the fantastic architecture of the buildings, the churches and the magnificent Castle. You can have a relatively cheap lunch or dinner in a pub, accompanied by a world famous Czech beer. Later on, get a half price entrance ticket to enjoy a classical music concert, or for the younger crowd there is a great clubbing scene. When you have had enough of tourist places just escape to the peaceful leafy grounds of Vysehrad, Stromovka Park or take the funicular railway to the top of Petrin Hill - no city in Europe has more rewarding views. Shopping lovers will not be left out as many excellent and reasonably priced local goods are always available. No matter if it is winter or summer, you will enjoy Prague at its best.

The most popular part of the tower is the town hall clock. Prague's Astronomical Clock is one of the oldest and most elaborate clocks ever built. It was first installed in 1410 and later the clock was rebuilt by the Master Hanus in 1490.

Prague Castle looks almost like a small town itself. It is the largest ancient castle in the world (570m long and on average 128m wide). It is also where the Czech kings, Holy Roman Emperors and presidents of the Czech Republic used to have their offices. It is not surprising that this is the most visited tourist attraction in Prague.

These modern rickshaws are powered by young bilingual men with strong legs - although a small electric motor does kick in to help them up hills.

Chocolate lovers can find their nirvana in Prague.

From Romanesque to Post-1989 Revolution architectural styles ...

United Islands of Prague is the city's annual festival which has become an important cultural event of the Metropolis. The festival is usually held in mid-June and lasts for three days.

Open air electronic music festival in Pardubice, Czech Republic.