The Vltava River, the Czech Republic’s longest, begins in southern Bohemia and winds 270 miles (430 kilometers) north to Prague. This river has played a pivotal role in shaping the city over millennia, dividing the Lesser Quarter (Mala Strana) on the west from the Old Town (Stare Mesto) and the modern city to the east. Visitors can experience the river’s influence by strolling along its banks or taking a boat ride, immersing themselves in the heart of Prague.
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