| Located along the Vltava River in Bohemia, Prague serves as the political, cultural and economic center of the Czech state and is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Despite its rich and varied history, modern-day Prague is now a bustling city and a charming blend of old and new with its many year-round festivals, large business, shopping and entertainment districts and various styles of architecture in the city's many distinctive neighborhoods including Old Town, home of Prague Castle, one of the oldest castles in the world.
Home to a thriving fine arts community, many visitors to Prague enjoy performances at the National and Estates Theatres, performances by the city's symphony orchestra at the Rudolphinihm, as well as exhibitions at any of the city's variety of museums and galleries. Also throughout the charming city of Prague is a variety of cafes and restaurants serving authentic regional specialty cuisine, as well as many pubs, bars and nightclubs, several of which offer live-music and each capturing the feel of the city's distinctive districts and neighborhoods.
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