Built Landscape
Much of the reason that Prague stands out so dramatically from other European cities is because it was not bombed during World War II. Some of the structures dating back thousands of years remain today for tourists and locals to enjoy. Dating back to Neolithic times and remaining untouched by large-scale destruction, Prague's history shines through its myriad of architectural landmarks, as you can see from the two photographs above. The contrast between centuries-old cathedrals, and modern structures such as "Ginger and Fred," or The Dancing Palace, on the right. (Link to an essay on Ginger and Fred)
Central Prague is divided into four historic districts. On the east bank of the Vltava River are Stare Mesto and Nove Mesto and on the West Bank are Hradcany and Mala Strana. Stare Mesto and Nove Mesto translate to old Town and New Town, respectively, though the founding of both of them took place during the Prezymslid Dynasty. Hradcany is the Castle District and Mala Strana translates as the Lesser Quarter.
Link to extensive descriptions of Prague's architecture.