The city of Prague

Prague remains one of the most popular destinations for backpackers, still being relatively cheap, although the gap with European prices grows less each year. Recent changes to the laws regarding foreign workers have made it difficult for non-Czechs to find work, but although the 'great days' of Prague as a centre for expatriates may have passed, still a substantial number remain, the majority of who are generally serious about work and the arts.

The best times to visit Prague are in the early spring and the late autumn after the majority of tourists have left; if the cold isn't a problem, the winter months are the quietest time. Prague has a generally mid climate, although very high and low temperatures can be encountered; autumn is the season with the highest rainfall. As one of the European cities of culture for the year 2000, Prague chose the theme of urban transformation; an idea that will continue in 2001, as it looks forward to its exciting role in the new century.