Sep 20 2010
Travel Tips For Czech Republic
A tiny country situated in Central Europe, the Czech Republic is bordered by Germany, Austria, Poland, and Slovakia. Since the Velvet Revolution and the overthrow of Communism, in 1989, the Czech Republic has become a strong democratic country.
The Czech Republic’s tourism dates from the time of the Velvet Revolution, and now offers visitors wonderful diversity and delights. Well-known for its talented musicians and concerts, there are also a variety of travel festivals to choose from in this country. In addition, fairytale castles, historic churches, public parks, chic spas, and medieval towns are waiting to be explored. The Czech Republic is also the birthplace of the world’s finest beer.
The Czech Republic is made up of Bohemia in the west and Moravia in the east. Because of the excellent travel options, you can get to almost any location by train, bus, car, air, or bicycle.
The capital of Moravia is Brno, which dates from the 13th century. Travel attractions here include the Moravia Museum, and the Augustinian Monastery. This is where the Father of Genetics, Gregor Mendel, was Abbot. You will also find the Capuchin Church and its mummies, as well as the Gothic Špilberk Castle. The people of Moravia prefer wine to beer, and the countryside reflects a rich agriculture heritage with its rolling ranges, wooded hills, and vineyards.
Bohemia lies in the western part of the Czech Republic, and its capital is Prague. Bohemia offers tourists a variety of spa towns and ski resorts. Other attractions include the medieval town of Èeský Krumlov, and the Šumava Mountains, which offer superb hiking, as well as other sports. Famed for its caves, southern Bohemia is also popular for copious recreational facilities and points of interest, as well as picturesque lakes and woods.
Called Budweis in English, Ceské Budejovice built its wealth on silver mines, and offers tourists one of Europe’s largest town squares. Despite this, it is the local beer which gives this town its notoriety. The Budweiser Budvar Brewery, or Pivovar Budejovický Budvar, was founded in 1895, and still markets its beer under the Budweiser brand throughout Europe. Although Anheuser-Busch has offered to purchase the Czech brewing company, in a bid to secure global rights to the Budweiser name, the Czech residents continue to refuse all offers. It is their belief that this rich heritage is a matter of national pride.
A trip to the Czech Republic would be incomplete without first visiting Prague, the country’s capital. Set in the middle of Bohemia, Prague is famous for its many museums and galleries, as well as concerts and imposing castles. Slowly regaining its café culture since the fall of Communism, Prague is once again considered the Paris of the East.
Plzen lies south of Prague, and is the second-largest city in Bohemia. Abounding with eclectic architecture that ranges from Gothic to Art Nouveau, as well as museums and galleries, Plzen is a popular stop for tourists. The Plzenský Prazdroj brewery has been in business since the town’s foundation, in 1295, and as a matter of fact, Plzen draws its name from the world-famous Pilsner beer.
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