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Tours to Czech Republic is a wonderful opportunity to get acquainted with numerous attractions - more than 1500 palaces and castles. In addition, there are charming small towns, villages, peaceful mountains, forests, lakes

The Czech Republic is a country in Central Europe that is sometimes considered to be Eastern European. The country borders Poland to the northeast, Germany to the west and northwest, Austria to the south and Slovakia to the east. The capital and largest city is Prague.In the IX century AD here selilos Slavic tribe of Czechs, based on those of the mighty kingdom, which was called Bohemia. Its capital, Prague, became a center of art and science. In 1526, at the Bohemian throne reigning Austrian royal dynasty of the Habsburgs. Almost all the time, except for a small period of independence in the XVII century, the country was ruled by Austria. In 1918, merged with the neighboring Bohemia and Slovakia became an independent republic of Czechoslovakia. After 1938 - early 1939 was captured by Germany. Released in 1945 the Soviet army. From 1948 to 1989 headed the country was communists. In 1990, after democratic elections, the Slovak people began to demand independence. In 1993, Czechoslovakia peacefully split into two independent states - the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Czech Republic is good for those who prefer a cultural and quiet atmosphere jolly noisy parties and gatherings. Prague - is the most beautiful face and the Czech Republic, is a modern and cosmopolitan capital, a beautiful city with a thousand steeples. The variety of combinations of different eras of architecture gives the city a unique spirit. The Czech Republic is divided into two geographic and cultural regions: Bohemia and Moravia. Central Bohemia is the area around Prague, extending in all directions from the capital of 50-70 kilometers. Some of the most popular places include: castle Karlstejn, Konopiště Castle, a picturesque medieval town of Kutna Hora with its famous cathedral of St. Barbara. In the town of Melnik wine can dine at the restaurant at the castle and watch as the river Vltava and Elbe merge into one stream. South Bohemia is a beautiful area with cozy towns. Be sure to visit Cesky Krumlov is one of the many historical points of the Czech Republic. View Jindrichuv Hradec or Cesky Budejovice, Trebon and stroll through its surroundings. This whole area is known for its pretty artificial reservoirs created mainly for breeding fish. To the west and south-west of Prague, located West Bohemia, known for its spa resorts. In Karlovy Vary and Marianske Lazne rest and treated many famous people. North Bohemia is located to the north and north-west of Prague. One of the attractions of the area is the National Park. The area around the city Děčínsko owes its singular beauty of the magnificent mountain formations of sandstone and caves. District of Eastern Bohemia offers a variety of natural species, from fertile valleys to the highest mountains in the Czech Republic is Giant (Giant). Charming Cesky Raj region offers excellent opportunities for hiking in the surrounding natural beauty. Zoo Dvur Kralove is one of the most famous in the Czech Republic. In South Moravia, do not miss a visit to the castles of Lednice and Kromeriz with their beautiful gardens and vineyards. North Moravia is a Yeseniki mountains, where you can ski in the winter, hiking in the summer, and just spend time in one of the many hostels and mountain chalets scattered everywhere. In the city of Olomouc you can hear the sounds of the largest organ in central Europe, located in the Church of St. Moritz.Translated by Google translator

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