Prague Breaks
 Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is known as the "Jewel in the Crown" of Central Europe. Since the Middle Ages the city has played a pivotal role in the development of the region. Prague is widely recognised as one of the most beautiful cities in the world and is now a major centre for tourism.
The centre of Prague stretches across the river Vltava and consists of 4 main districts. On one bank: Stare Mesto (Old Town), Nove Mesto (New Town) & Josefov (the former Jewish Town). On the other: Mala Strana (Prague Castle side). These are all known as Prague 1.
2 more districts are situated close to the city centre: Hradcany (at the back of Prague Castle) and Vysehrad, to the south of the New Town.
According to the most recent census, the Czech Republic has a population of 10.3 million, or 131 per sq km. Like the Slovaks and Russians, Czechs belong to the Slavic group of peoples. Slavs can further be divided into East, West & South Slavs. Poles, Czechs, Slovaks & Luatians, belong to the West Slav group. Romanies, or Gypsies, are one of the most conspicuous minorities. They are thought to descend from Indian migrants, arriving in the 15th century.
Prague's nightlife has something for everyone. Prague clubs spin their tunes from dusk 'til dawn, and whether you seek serious clubbing or just a late drink and a night of cheesy tunes, Prague has it. Wherever you go though, take it easy on the Absynth!
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