Enjoy a Czech language course in the Czech Republic

at our language school in the city of Prague.

Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic and the country’s most famous and visited city with over 4 million tourists a year. It is also the country’s largest city with a metropolitan area of 2.3 million people. Throughout its history Prague has been an influential city in Central Europe in politics, culture and wielding economic strength. By great luck the many historical sites of Prague were left relatively untouched after both World Wars and the entire historic city center has since been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Prague is a city of increasing wealth and is favoured by many for business. Prague comes from the old Slavic word “praga” which means ford as the city was at the shallow crossing point of the Vltava River. It is also been called the “City of a Hundred Spires” although today they number at about 500.


Prague’s beginnings are in the latter period of the 9th century and it became the seat of the Bohemian Kingdom. Some of these kings ruled as emperors of the Holy Roman Empire giving the city a great deal of prestige and influence throughout Europe. During the 14th century Prague was ruled by Charles IV who began the building of the New Town and many of the buildings and sites for which the city is now known for. Prague also served as a provincial capital in the Austro-Hungarian Empire before becoming the capital of Czechoslovakia. During 1968 the city experienced the “Prague Spring” in which Soviet domination was questions and efforts were made to made the government more democratic. While the movement was ceased by Soviet threats of war Prague had made an indelible impression on the Communist states of Eastern Europe. In 1989 Czechoslovakia overthrew its Communist government peacefully in the Velvet Revolution in Prague. By 1993 the country had split and Prague was retained as the capital of the Czech Republic and since then it has seen major growth in business and as a tourist destination. Now it is the sixth most-visited city in Europe.


The city is characterized by its remarkably preserved medieval center, bridges, cathedrals and churches and golden spires. Prague Castle is the biggest ancient castle in the world which holds St. Vitus Cathedral, the Castle Picture Gallery, palaces, museums and the Royal Garden. From the castle there are beautiful views of the city. Nearby is Prague’s Old Town with the most famous site being the Astronomical Clock which was built in 1410 and the only one of its kind that still functions. There are numerous impressive churches throughout as well as Josefov, the historic Jewish ghetto, which has many ancient Synagogues. The Old New Synagogue is the oldest operating one in Europe and there is also the Old Jewish Cemetery which is the oldest in Europe. Just across the gorgeous Charles Bridge, built entirely of stone and one of Prague’s most iconic structures, is Lesser Town which is filled with scenic streets and many more churches. Here there is also the Infant of Prague, the most famous statue of Christ. Alongside all these sites are impressive museums and art galleries. In addition, Prague is a wonderfully varied and representative city for more modern architecture as well. The Prague Dancing House was designed by Frank Gehry and is one of the best examples of modern architecture in the city. Prague is a modern and growing city with a proud and well preserved history and the perfect place for a student of Czech to become inspired.


What we like about Czech in Prague:

  • Prague is renowned for its beauty and the historic and contemporary architecture is unmatched.
  • It is a city very popular with young people largely because it’s not too expensive and offers all the excitment and explorations of other major European capitals.
  • The city is the most influential in the country and is known for its peaceful revolutions against communist rule.