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Luckily for foreigners who stumble over pronunciation of Czech words, Prague’s neighborhoods have both names and numbers. A basic rule of thumb: most historic attractions are located in Prague 1 (Staré Město or “old town”) while the less touristy Prague 2 (Vinohrady) is favored … more by local hipsters. The Vltava River serves as a natural boundary between the city’s downtown and Prague Castle, the famous Petrin Hill, and the residential neighborhood of Hradčany.