Prague - capital of the Czech Republic

Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic and the biggest city in our republic. It lies in the heart of Europe on the river Vltava. It is very beautiful city with many historical buildings and monuments. It’s sometimes called town with hundred towers because of big amount of towers (550). Prague is also called Gold Prague, Mother of towns or The Heart of Europe. Many people say that Prague is very romantic.

History
Prague was founded in the 6th century by Slavs. A legend connects the foundation of Prague with Princess Libuše of the Přemyslid dynasty who told that the future glory of Prague „would touch the stars“. The first Slavs came to Prague valley in the 6th century. In the 10th century was founded Vyšehrad castle. It is the oldest castle in Prague. Vyšehrad became the seat of Czech rulers and Prague became the centre of the economic life during the 11th century.