6th International Conference on Gynecology and Obstetrics August 25-26, 2018 Prague | Czech Republic

Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic. It is the 14th largest city in the European Union. It is also the historical capital of Bohemia; Situated in the north-west of the country on the Vltava River, the city is home to about 1.4 million people, while its larger urban zone is estimated to have a population of 2.2 million. The city has a temperate climate, with warm summers and chilly winters. Prague has been a political, cultural, and economic Centre of central Europe with waxing and waning fortunes during its history. With a population of over 1.2 million, Prague is the largest city in the Czech Republic as well as a cultural and historical hot spot.

1.262 million Inhabitants live in the Czech capital and over 6 million tourists come in to the capital every year, most of whom are German. Prague’s most famous landmark, the Astronomical clock stands regally in front of the Old Town Hall and gathers hundreds of tourists from around the world. Every hour a procession of 12 apostles appear from the sides of the clock as well as the ominous figure of death striking the time.

According to the Guinness book of records, Prague is the proud owner of the largest castle in the world. Dating back to the 9th century, the castle spans 18 acres with numerous courtyards and subsidiary buildings including St Vitus Cathedral and the St. George’s Basilica.

After John Lennon was murdered in 1980, an image was painted on the wall opposite the French Embassy in Mala Strana. Despite repeated coats of whitewash, the wall has become covered in John Lennon-inspired graffiti and lyrics from Beatles songs. The site is seen as a memorial to John Lennon but also as a symbol of free speech and non-violent rebellion.

The Vltava is the longest river in the Czech Republic and flows right through the heart of Prague. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city streets and opt for a boat trip along the river to take in Prague’s most celebrated sights like the Prague castle and the national theatre.

Prague has its fair share of pubs and watering holes, arguably producing the world’s best beer. Almost 97% of the Czech beer is in the Pilsner style and 43 gallons of it is guzzled each year.

The Prague International Marathon was founded in 1995 and is now ranked one of the most prestigious marathon races in the world. The route takes you from the medieval Old Town Square and along the Vltava River and is usually held in April/May.