Sat 17th May 2008
Prague is a very beautiful city. It's one of the few central European cities that survived the second world war without the destruction of all the monuments. It calls for several days but most of the best sites are covered under 'A Perfect Day.'
After the fall of the iron curtain Prague teamed up with the rest of Europe at a remarkable speed. As a result it has become the most expensive city in eastern Europe, but it's still a lot cheaper than most of Western Europe.
Many of the main sights are located close to each other in the old town (Stare Mesto). East of the Old Town Square is Obecni Dum a gem of art-nouveau style. Some of the best shopping in the Old Town is on Celetna Ulice.
The center of modern Prague can be found at Wenceslas Square which was the site of the demonstrations that led to the overthrow of the Communists.
Museums to visit include the Mozart Museum , the Museum of the City of Prague and the branches of the National Gallery. Your own personal inclinations will suggest others.
A funicular railroad takes you to the gardens atop Petrin Hill.
Daytrips from Prague can be taken to Karlstejn Castle, Kutna Hora; the medieval town of Tabor and Terezin (Theresienstadt) a World War II concentration camp and political prison.