World Heritage Identification Number: 616
World Heritage since: 1992
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇨🇿 Czechia
Continent: Europe
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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The Historic Centre of Prague: A Medieval Marvel in the Heart of Europe
The Historic Centre of Prague, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992, stands as a testament to the grandeur and cultural significance that has marked this city since the Middle Ages. Situated on the banks of the Vltava River, Prague serves as the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic, boasting a population of around 1.4 million within its urban limits, and approximately 2.3 million in its metropolitan area.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
Built between the 11th and 18th centuries, the Old Town, the Lesser Town and the New Town speak of the great architectural and cultural influence enjoyed by this city since the Middle Ages. The many magnificent monuments, such as Hradcany Castle, St Vitus Cathedral, Charles Bridge and numerous churches and palaces, built mostly in the 14th century under the Holy Roman Emperor, Charles IV.
Encyclopedia Record: Prague
Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic and the historical capital of Bohemia. Prague, located on the Vltava River, has a population of about 1.4 million, while its metropolitan area is home to approximately 2.3 million people.Additional Site Details
Area: 1,106.36 hectares
(iv) — Outstanding example of a type of building or landscape
(vi) — Directly associated with events or living traditions
Coordinates: 50.08972 , 14.41944
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