Archive for the ‘Czech Republic’ Category

Historic Holidays in Prague

Monday, June 18th, 2007

 


One of the best places to visit while traveling in Europe would no doubt be the old city of Prague that is also the capital of the Czech Republic, and which has a very unique aura that recommends it to any tourist. When you come to Prague you will be amazed by its ambience that is simply too stunning for words. The Czech Republic is considered the finest country in the heart of Europe and there are approximately a little over a million people living in Prague, where you will be welcomed with open arms.

Of the many places to see while you are in Prague is the Charles Bridge that was built around the year 1400 and it certainly has a very misshapen architecture as well as view of the river beneath that sees tourists coming here in the summer months especially. Another notable place to visit in Prague is the Wenceslas Square that you will find in the center of the city that has many wonderful restaurants and pubs.

Prague, Czech Republic

You would also enjoy the Old Town center in Prague where you will find some wonderful sites of historical importance including the Old Town Hall and also the famous Astronomical Clock that shows visitors a breathtaking view from all of sixty meters up the elevated tower.

You will find getting about the city very easy as well as convenient and there is much natural beauty to take up your attention and with the advances in technology you will get a heady mixture of the old and new, and for exploring the city you can use the metro, trams as also the buses. Once in Prague, you should not pass up the opportunity to visit its famed museums that include the National Technical Museum where you can see many old bikes, cars, planes, cameras, trains as well as watches. The museum building itself is almost eighty years old and you will also find the Mozart Museum in Prague very appealing as here the lovers of music can enjoy the many historical music scores and view the letter and musical instruments of vintage variety that are also very exclusive.

If you are fond of arts, then do not miss the Museum of Decorative Arts where you can view porcelain, wood carvings and also the famous Czech crystal works. And, there is also a Wax Museum in Prague worth visiting.

Besides the many museums there are also magnificent castles including the Karlstejn Castle redesigned in the nineteenth century that certainly makes for great photography, and close to this castle you can find Bohemia crystals that are very exotic and which tourists shop for and take home with them. Another castle worth visiting is the French style Konopiste Castle that dates back to the thirteenth century and which is situated about forty-four kilometers southeast of the capital, which you can visit during the months of May up to August.

And, to come back to the present, the nightlife of Prague also has much to offer, which will thrill you along with the other attractions that Prague has in store for visitors.

Discovering Czech Republic

Tuesday, June 12th, 2007


If you ever are in the heart of Central Europe, you would find yourself in the lovely country known as the Czech Republic that has a very notable culture and a number of natural wonders that will enthuses any visitor that comes to this small country. Though originally known as Czechoslovakia, it is now known as the Czech Republic after the formation of Slovakia, though it continues to play an important role in the European continent. Here, you will find a number of natural wonders and it is really amazing how such a small country can contribute so much to the world cultural heritage.

The culture of the Czech Republic has firm roots in history and tourists as well as visitors that come here will be left marveling at the beauty of the Czech architecture, its amazing literature and also its fine arts. At one time, it was a virtual island of democracy as also civil liberties that were not found in other parts of Central Europe and it has also a history of having cooperated with other democracies in the European continent.

Ccharles Bridge, Prague, Czechoslovakia

The Czech Republic is situated in the center of Europe and is landlocked, and does not have any seas or oceans along its borders. The country boasts of a very pleasant countryside that consists of mountains, meadows, water as well as forests and you will enjoy the changes in weather that are ideally suited for leisurely activities, relaxing and also playing sports while there is also much for the agriculturists. The Czech Republic has a vision that keeps it going in the right direction, which is to preserve and also develop its natural resources.

The Czech Republic also boasts of traditional and also specialized medical institutions that ensure that its citizens remain in good health and as with its vision of nature; the Czech Republic aims to keep its public healthcare well maintained and able to prevent major diseases and illnesses. In a similar vein, it is deeply concerned about providing its citizens with security. It also is a country with the highest density of railway networks and you will find different means of transportation in the Czech Republic including personal cars, buses, trolleys, trams and airplanes as also bicycles and boats.

Its capital and also its biggest city is Prague, which is major destination for tourists from which activity the Czech Republic gets a considerable amount of income. Besides, Prague you may also want to check out the spa towns of Karlovy Vary as also Marianske Lazne that are very popular for taking a holiday. There are also many splendid castles and also chateaus and the Czech Republic are also very well known for its puppetry and the marionettes. For those that love their beer, trying the Pilsner style beer is also another attraction.

The Czech Republic also has a very captivating countryside that is ideal for a holiday is it for cycling, taking to the waters or even enjoying golf, not to forget the many ski resorts. As everyone knows, the Czech Republic’s spas are famous throughout the world and you can relax and enjoy the pleasant surroundings when you visit this wonderful country.