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Prague is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace. It's a compact city: the main sights are easily accessible on foot, and much of the central area is traffic free, with cafés and pubs on almost every street corner.
For sightseeing purposes, Prague falls naturally into its four medieval divisions: Hradčany (the area around the castle), Malá Strana (Lesser Quarter), Staré Město (Old Town) and Nové Město (New Town).Hradčany is dominated by Prague Castle, primarily a tourist attraction with its cathedral, museums and galleries, but also a seat of government - the President and his ministers have their offices here.
Malá Strana, on the slopes beneath the castle, is distinguished by the green of its gardens and orchards, created in the 17th century by the aristocrats who built their palaces here. Crowning Malostranské náměstí is the majestic, green-domed Church of St Nicholas. Nearer the Vltava, the secluded neighbourhood of Na Kampě is perfect for a romantic evening stroll.
Beyond the Charles Bridge is Staré Město, historically the most important of the four towns. It grew up around Staroměstské náměstí, still a popular meeting place and one of the prettiest squares in Europe. The maze of narrow streets and arcaded courtyards conceals gabled houses, brightly painted shop fronts, churches and taverns.
The New Town - actually founded in the 14th century - is the commercial and administrative heart of the city. Even first-time visitors will probably have heard of Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí). 'Square' is actually a misnomer - it's really a long boulevard, lined with shops, hotels and nightclubs, that really comes alive after dark.
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