Introducing Czech Republic
For a country that’s only been around since 1993, the Czech Republic does a fine job of showcasing an exciting history. Here the past becomes real. Castles and chateaux abound, illuminating the stories of powerful families and individuals whose influence was felt well beyond the nation’s current borders. Unravel the history of Bohemia and Moravia, the two ancient lands that now make up the modern Czech Republic and you’re unearthing the history of Europe itself.
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And when you’ve had your fill of the past, return to Prague, one of the world’s most beautiful and cultured cities, and one of the most exciting with a dynamic music and arts scene. Down the world’s best beer in the brewery towns of Plzeň and České Budějovice, and discover the laid-back backpacker scenes in Český Krumlov and Telč. Everywhere you go, you’ll meet a forthright people, proud of their heritage, but now confidently taking their place in a modern, united Europe.
Ready to go?
These tours & activities make it easy:
- Wander the cobbled lanes of medieval Prague and Český Krumlov
- Cycle from Prague to Vienna
- Discover Prague by bike
- Stop in the Czech Republic on a journey through the best of Central Europe
Last updated: Feb 1, 2013
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Czech Republic
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- Activities (99)
- Entertainment (217)
- Restaurants (209)
- Shopping (87)
- Sights (328)
- Tours (17)
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Our Top Picks For Czech Republic
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1 Adršpach-Teplice Rocks
Spindles and other bizarre sandstone formations carved by nature dot the landscape.
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2 Mariánské Lázně
A beautiful leafy spa town filled with neoclassical grace
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3 Prague
The Golden City and capital of the Czech Republic
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4 Olomouc
Fabulous old architecture and lively university population; probably the most underrated town in the Czech Republic
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5 Plzeň
Beer, beer and more beer
Fast Facts about Czech Republic
- Money
Czech crown (Kč); $A1 = 16.65Kč; CA$1 = 20.14Kč; €1 = 28.55Kč; Ą100 = 19.41Kč; NZ$1 = 13.55Kč; UK£1 = 41.14Kč; US$1 = 22.41Kč
- Visas
None required for most travellers
- Area
78, 864 sq km
- Capital
- Head of State
President Václav Klaus
- Budget
450-700Kč per day
- Time
GMT/UTC + 1
- ATMs
Widespread
- Country code
420
- Famous for
beer, ice hockey, Franz Kafka, Antonin Dvořák
- Population
10.2 million
- Language
Czech
- Phrases
dobrý den/ahoj (hello/informal); na shledanou (goodbye); dìkuji (thank you); promiňtě (excuse me)