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The capital and largest city of the Czech Republic, Prague is located by the Vltava river and has a population of about 1.3 million. Modern-day Prague is the center of cultural, political, and economic developments in the country. The city has been around for more than a thousand years since... read more

The capital and largest city of the Czech Republic, Prague is located by the Vltava river and has a population of about 1.3 million. Modern-day Prague is the center of cultural, political, and economic developments in the country. The city has been around for more than a thousand years since the Celts first settled in the area. Prague was also the seat of power of the Holy Roman Empire and during the Gothic and Renaissance periods. The city was also one of the focal points of the Protestant Reformation, the Thirty Years’ War, World Wars I and II, and Communist era.
A number of popular attractions are located in Prague including the Prague Castle, Old Town Square, the Lennon Wall, the Charles Bridge, and the Petrin hill. Historic areas in the city have been considered by UNESCO as part of the World Heritage Sites. Prague is considered a global city playing a major role in world economy that receives over 4.1 million tourists every year. Prague also takes pride in its important museums, landmarks, and well-developed education system.

Prague plays an important role in the field of science and research. 39 of the 54 institutes of the Czech Academy of Sciences are located in Prague. Public universities in the city include the Charles University (oldest in Central & Eastern Europe), Czech Technical University, Institute of Chemical Technology, University of Economics, and the Czech University of Agriculture. Some of the world’s finest art schools are also situated in Prague: the Academy of Fine Arts, Academy of Arts, Architecture, and Design, and the Academy of Performing Arts.

Study abroaders post reviews of their trip to the magnificent city in RateMyStudyAbroad.com. “I wish I was still sitting drunk at Chapeau Rouge,” writes one student (NYU in Prague). An ISA in Prague student also relates, “Prague is magical.” read less

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  CET's Film Production program is designed for students who are highly motivated to produce and direct their own stories. Create your own original 7-10... read more

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  Spend a fall or spring term in Prague learning about Jewish history and culture in Eastern and Central Europe. This program offers the opportunity to ... read more

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  CISabroad - Semester in Business and Economics, Prague CISabroad (Center for International Studies) 2 reviews

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  ISA in Prague, Czech Republic ISA: International Studies Abroad 2 reviews

  Prague rests along the banks of the Vltava River, and has been the political, cultural, and economic hotspot of Eastern Europe for over 1000 years. Wi... read more

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