Czech Republic
The Czech Republic enjoys international renown in tourism spheres
primarily due to its capital and largest city, Prague. In the minds
of many, this strikingly beautiful, culturally rich metropolis is
the be all and end all when it comes to travelling to the Czech
Republic, a commonly-held belief that is exemplified by the fact
that only a comparatively small percentage of holiday-makers on tour
venture beyond the city limits and explore the multitude of other
sights of the Central European country. It is true that the
worldwide recognition received by Prague as a destination not to be
missed is well earned— the city itself is among the most beautiful
and memorable places on the continent— but the Czech Republic in its
entirety is a treasure chest of idyllic locations and to confine
your travels to this one city alone is to forego a wealth of equally
unforgettable sights and experiences.
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Few destinations can claim to have the variety and abundance of
sightseeing attractions as the landlocked Czech Republic. A region
inhabited since the Stone Age, its long and fascinating history is
well recorded in the architecture of its cities, be it in: the
UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Old Town in Prague or Telc, the
best preserved Renaissance town north of the Alps; the mediaeval
town of Cesky Krumlov; or one of the literally thousands of
fortresses, monasteries or chateaux sprinkled across the land. With
styles and designs ranging from Gothic to Renaissance, from
Classicist to Baroque and from Romanesque to Art Nouveau, the cities
of the Czech Republic feature greater diversity in and superior
preservation of architecture than most countries far larger in size
and reputation.
If wandering the narrow streets and gazing at spellbinding
architecture sounds like a lot of work, you can always head for some
relaxation at one of the dozen or so spa towns that lie peppered
between the borders of the Czech Republic. Each drawing from
different springs and having its own methods of hydrotherapy,
balneotherapy and relaxation techniques, the spa towns, such as
Karlovy Vary or Marianske Lazne, are the ideal means to replenish
yourself or simply make the most of your relaxing holiday.
Man-made attractions aside, the Czech Republic lays claim to a
natural environment that is of equal note. The Czech Greenways, a
corridor of 100-year-old hiking trails that stretches the 400km from
Vienna to Prague, gives travellers the opportunity to take in the
best of the country’s landscapes, as well as providing plenty of
choice as to how energetic the journey should be. Looming mountains,
shimmering lakes, fertile valleys and lush forests are but a few of
the fantastic natural wonders in the Czech Republic, all of which
lend themselves to a variety of more strenuous activities like
skiing, climbing, mountain biking or watersports.
Eastern Europe is a travel destination with a huge array of fascinating historical monuments, a varied and highly memorable breadth of sceneries and a wide range of diverse and welcoming peoples, each with their own unique culture. Though the more affluent Western Europe is, for the most part, favoured over the East by the majority of travellers looking to Europe to provide a tour destination of distinction, the East can often be the more rewarding option. A region with a history as long and as intriguing as any other on the planet, Eastern Europe also caters to a range of holidaymaker. Magnificent cities like Prague and Budapest offer the luxury that discerning travellers crave, where more remote destinations sacrifice a degree of comfort for the opportunity for travellers to see the real faces of the countries and people.