In the city of Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic

 With fewer tourists and a frosted skyline of Baroque domes and soaring Gothic spires, Prague in winter can be the stuff of snow-filled fairy tales.

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(in the capital city of the Czech Republic and the historical capital of Bohemia) On the Vltava river, Prague has a temperate oceanic climate, with relatively warm summers and chilly winters. It is a political, cultural, and economic hub of central Europe. Lying at the heart of Europe, Prague is one of the continent’s finest cities and the main Czech economic and cultural center. The city has a rich architectural heritage that reflects both the uncertain currents of history in Bohemia and an urban life extending back more than 1,000 years.

+ Prague boasts some of the most attractive architectural landmarks in Europe. Here you will find the sprawling Prague Castle, the bustling Charles Bridge, the famous Astronomical Clock in the Old Town, and the quirky, art nouveau Dancing House.

+ Once you have explored Prague's most famous landmarks, head out to the neighborhoods surrounding the UNESCO-listed center, where you will find Prague's many green spaces, including Stromovka Park, the city's largest park and Letná Park, with a beer garden and awesome views of the city. The leafy Vinohrady district is home to cafes, restaurants and bars, beautiful squares and facades, and Reigrovy Sad (a neighborhood park where you can stare at Prague Castle from a distance). The nearby Žižkov district is home to the TV Tower (the city's tallest building), while Letna and Holesovice boast a great art scene, along with their own eclectic offering of spots to sip, imbibe and have a bite. The beauty of Prague, along with its architecture, history and inspiring views, is its walkability -- so head beyond downtown and explore.

+ Known as the city of 100 spires, Prague has enchanted visitors for centuries
The bohemian allure and fairytale features of Prague make it a marvelous destination for culture lovers who want to immerse themselves in history, art, music, and architecture. You could devote an entire day to exploring Prazsky hrad (Prague Castle), then refuel over a hearty dinner at a classic Czech tavern. Spend some time wandering Old Town Square before heading over to the Astronomical Clock as it performs a mechinical promenade on the hour. Prague’s best bars are often historic pubs where you can spend the better part of a night tipping back central Europe's top-shelf brews.

+ Yet, at this time of the year even the most resilient travelers will need a few breaks to relax and defrost freezing fingers and toes, ideally with a tasty drink or warm meal to enjoy. With the average temperature between December and February hovering around 0°C (32°F), winter visitors to Prague are well advised to pack their thermals.

+ Prague’s Christmas markets rank as some of the most beautiful in Europe. Then, January and February bring an uncharacteristic hush -- you may even get the normally thronged Charles Bridge all to yourself.