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Czech Republic, geography and facts explained
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Vacation in Czech Republic
From Bohemia to Moravia, explore what the friendly Czech Republic has to offer. There isn’t a bad season to go on vacation to the Czech Republic: visit in winter for dreamy snow wonderlands and Christmas markets, spring for a colorful countryside and hikes, or summer for warm temperatures, outdoor sports, and concerts. Don’t forget to try the cheapest and best beers in Europe, and the delicious traditional Czech dishes. Whether you’re traveling here with a group of friends, your family, or on a romantic escape, everyone will enjoy a vacation to the Czech Republic.
The Czech Republic is rich in charming villages and modern cities for you to choose from. Wander through the winding cobblestone streets of Brno, visit the famous breweries of the countryside, and indulge in relaxing spas of Karlovy Vary. Experience the world-class artistic side of Prague, the natural beauty of Moravia, and the countless scenic rivers across the country. Stay in grand European style hotels in the heart of the action in Prague and Brno, or on the outskirts and smaller towns for a relaxing vacation. From luxurious spas to comfortable cabins, there’s accommodation for all budgets and travel styles on a vacation to the Czech Republic.
You’ll find plenty of history at every turn, whether you visit the villages in the countryside or the main capital of Prague. The Czech Republic is proud of its history and effortlessly mixes the modern with the old; visit Prague Castle for a tour of medieval Czech Republic and the home of the President. Regal buildings are not just limited to Prague, as gothic castles can be found all across the country from Konpište to Karlštejn to Bojkovice.
With so much history, it’s odd to think the Czech Republic is a young country, founded after the peaceful split with neighboring Slovakia in 1993. Visit the National Museum and National Gallery to learn more about the creative and intelligent Czech nationals of the past, and see what else the country has offered the world.
Escape the cities with trips to the country’s finest national parks and beautiful forests from Mount Snežka and Velká Cantoriyje on the borders with Poland, to the Elbe Sandstone Mountains on the border with Germany. Czechs are very active group and very into tennis, hockey, and biking, so if you like these activities you’ll fit right in.
If you only learn one word in Czech, it should be ‘pivo’ –beer– as Czechs are famous for it and proud of their beer making tradition that is older than the founding of the States. You will forget about the American version of Budweiser with the first sips of quality Staropramen or Gambrinus. If you want more, visit the breweries of if Plzen, Ceské Budejovice, and Svijany and don’t be shy to ask locals for the name of their favorite. Try a bit of the local wines, Bohemia sehkt sparkling wine, and Moravian plum liquor slivovice to mix things up.