Czech - This is exactly the country for which concepts such as "low season" are not applicable. Every year, millions of tourists from all over the world wish to visit the Czech Republic regardless of the season.
One of the most beautiful countries in the world, the Czech Republic is located in the heart of Europe. It borders in the north with Poland, in the south with Austria, in the east its neighbor is Slovakia, and the western neighbor of the country is Germany. The Czech Republic is a country of exquisite architectural monuments, magnificent beauty of landscapes and magnificent resorts, which occupy one of the leading places among the balneological resorts of the world.
The total territory of the Czech Republic is 78 864 sq. Km, and more than 10.2 million people live on it, of which 81.2% are Czechs, 13.1% are Moravians, 3.1% are Slovaks, 0.6% - Poles and 0.5% - Germans. The official language of the country is Czech, but Slovak, English and Russian are also used. The national currency is Czech koruna. The Czech Republic is a republic in which the legislative power belongs to the parliament, and the executive is in the hands of the country's president. The leading place in the religion of the Czech Republic is Catholicism (40% of the population). Also in the country there are adherents of the Czech Reformed Church, Protestants and many other Christian communities and faiths. It should be noted that the Czech Republic is the most atheistic state in Europe, more than 50% of the population do not belong to any of the religions.
Czech Republic - large cities
The largest cities in the Czech Republic are primarily the pearl of the country, its capital is the majestic and colorful Prague, which is home to about 1.4 million people.
Also, major cities of the country are Brno (392 thousand people);
- Ostrava (332 thousand people);
- Pilsen (175 thousand people);
- Olomouc (106 thousand people);
- Usti nad Labem (100 thousand people);
- Liberec (100 thousand people).
Czech Republic - Travel and Tourism
The Czech Republic is one of the most visited countries in Europe. The unusually attractive, very hospitable Czech Republic is the unique charm of the Middle Ages, a paradise for beer lovers, an atmosphere of romantic royal beauty, miraculous sources of world-class medical resorts. This is a magnificent country of great opportunities that you want to visit, and from which you don’t want to leave.
A tour to the Czech Republic is a real dream for lovers of outdoor activities, lovers of high-class health resorts, lovers of mountains, fishing, water sports and beautiful nature. Traveling to the Czech Republic is an opportunity to see firsthand the whole chic of the Middle Ages, which is incredibly harmoniously interwoven with the modernity of the country's cities.
The Czech Republic is especially famous around the world for its fashionable medical resorts, among which are very popular among tourists:
- Karlovy Vary. This is the largest resort in the country, which has 12
unique in their chemical composition of mineral springs.
- The spa Marianske Lazne stands out not only for its special healing power, but also
modernity.
- One of the most attractive resorts in the Czech Republic is Frantiskovy Lazne,
which is located in the amazing beauty of a mountain plain with beautiful
forest parks.
This is only a small part of the numerous Czech resorts that are worthy of attention.
Of course, the main highlight of the country is the beautiful Prague, which is rightly called the most beautiful city in Europe. Prague is one of the most romantic and mystical cities in the world. It concentrates historical monuments, beautiful medieval architecture, chic parks, museums, concert halls, theaters, luxurious fashionable hotels, gourmet restaurants and many cozy, beautiful and most romantic cafes. Prague is incredibly beautiful, exciting, mysterious, very cozy and tasty! It should be noted that Prague is also an excellent economical shopping, it has a myriad of boutiques of the most famous brand companies.
The Czech Republic is able to charm everyone with its magical medieval castles, the Czech Switzerland park, many beautiful reserves, one of which the Czech Paradise is a favorite place for outdoor enthusiasts, mysterious caves, the best beer in the world, the beautiful Prague. The Czech Republic is the highest level of service providing quality relaxation for every taste. The Czech Republic is a country that falls in love with itself for life!
Czech Republic - Attractions
A trip to the Czech Republic is an acquaintance with an abundance of the most amazing and beautiful sights. The country has incorporated all the architectural styles represented in its historical cities: castles, fortresses, museums, monuments of church architecture ...
The main attractions of the Czech Republic:
- St. Vitus Cathedral, which causes incredible admiration;
- Orik Castle, built in the 13th century on a high rock;
- The most visited by tourists, the romantic castle of Hluboká nad Vltavou, on
the territory of which there is a luxurious reserve;
- Karlstejn Castle, the main historical pearl of the Czech Republic;
- Dobrish Castle, built in the rococo style and is a
the amazing image of the gallant era of Louis XV;
- Carved miracle of the country - Sychrov castle;
- A special place of pilgrimage for tourists is “Czech Paradise”. It is unique
nature reserve and the best place in the country for nature lovers and
active rest.
- Czech caves are a special pride of the country. In the Czech Republic there are more than 2 thousand
underground caves, which are of archaeological value.
This is not a big part of the amazing, intriguing and impressive sights of the Czech Republic.
Czech Republic - weather
The Czech Republic hospitably welcomes its guests not only with special cordiality, but also with its weather. The climate of the Czech Republic is temperate with warm summers and cold winters.
Average temperature: in winter from - 3 ... -2
in spring from + 4 ... +14
in the summer from + 12 ... +24
in the fall from + 5 ... +13
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Czech national cuisine
In the Czech Republic, not only everything is very beautiful, but also everything is very tasty. Czech cuisine is a special part of the culture of the state, which gourmets and lovers of tasty food will surely appreciate. Czech dishes are very hearty and varied. The country's restaurants are refined, incredibly tasty dishes that only the soul desires. The highlight of the national cuisine is the dish - dumplings, which are prepared in a wide variety of options: potato, bread, with onion, paste or meat filling, as well as sweet fruit or poppy seeds. Many guests of the Czech Republic specially come to the country to taste this delicate and very tasty national dish.
To meat dishes in the Czech Republic a special relationship. Here you can taste the meat cooked in a wide variety of options and according to old recipes. Czech sausages, liver pastes and simply amazing fish dishes, especially from carp, will not leave anyone indifferent.
Among the drinks for Czech dishes, without a doubt, the favorite is Czech beer, which has won love all over the world. The most popular Czech beer brands are Gambrinus.
- Staropramen
- Budvar
- Urquell
- Pilsner
- Prazdros.
Czech Republic - interesting facts
- The Czech Republic is the second of the richest countries in Eastern Europe.
- Czech "Paris Castle" is the largest castle in the world and is listed in
Guinness book.
- The first beer in the Czech Republic was brewed back in 993.
- The Czech Republic is the inventor of such world-famous fruit
yoghurts. It was also in Prague in 1951 that the first in the world was opened
detoxifier.
- The Czech Republic is home to the beggar profession.
- In this country is the world's most unique “cemetery” - the church
The ossuary, consisting of the remains of 40 thousand people.
- Modern Czech Republic is one of the most popular countries among tourists on
whose territory is the largest number of medieval castles.
- The Czech language is the most difficult to learn in the world.
Czech Republic - Visa
Entry to the Czech Republic is a visa.
You can apply for the following visas in the Czech Republic:
- long-term (issued to persons whose purpose of visit is training,
entrepreneurship, work, family connection with a foreigner residing
in the Czech Republic);
- short-term (issued to persons whose purpose of visit is tourism,
visiting friends, relatives), is issued for a period of up to three months
(35 euro);
- transit.
The standard term for applying for a visa to the Czech Republic is 5 business days.
Czech Republic - Consulate
The Consulate of the Czech Republic in Moscow is located on ul. Julius Fucik, 12/14
tel: (+7 095) 2510540
fax: (+7 095) 2501523
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