Prague, breathtakingly beautiful, is the largest city in the Czech Republic. As the capital, it is the Republic’s political, economic and cultural seat. Among its rich architectural and cultural heritage, the 1100-year old city boasts the world’s largest ancient castle, Prague Castle; the Charles Bridge which links Prague’s Lesser Town on the left bank of the Vltava river and Old Town on the opposite side; and the 10th century Vyšehrad castle. Both the Old and (not-so) New town boast a vibrant nightlife, placing nearby residential areas such as Vinohrady, Holesovice, Hrebenkach and Orechovka in high demand. Much like Paris, Prague’s neighborhoods are numbered from 1 to 22, radiating out from the central old town. Families tend to head for areas close to the city’s excellent international schools, which are 15-20 minutes from the center. In recent years, Prague has reclaimed its status as a first class European city, and the cost of living here has kept in step.