Nový Svět (New World)

One of the most romantic places in Prague lies around the narrow street of the same name and, although not far from Prague Castle, is surprisingly secluded and not overrun by tourists. This former suburb of Hradčany, which began to emerge approximately in the middle of the 14th century, was inhabited mainly by local people bound by service at the Castle, and later mostly housed the poor. To this day, the locality has kept its charming character of winding cobblestone streets and compact houses with their house signs, mostly featuring gold in the name. The New World has been a popular address for decades, especially among artists.