The Renaissance era and elegant Gothic architecture of the capital Prague will undoubtedly be first on any traveller’s list when it comes to the Czech Republic. Step back in time and onto cobblestone streets, through the misty castle district and over the iconic statue-lined Charles Bridge. Go in the off-season if you want to avoid the crowds – the city gets millions of visitors each year.
But don’t stop there: other cities, such as Olomouc, Brno, ?esk? Krumlov, Karlovy Vary and Tel?, have draw cards of their own. ?esk? Krumlov, for instance, is more than 750 years old and is as close to postcard-perfect as it gets – walkable within 30 minutes but bursting with cafés, museums and a Unesco World Heritage-designated castle.
Czechs are all about living the good life: they drink plenty of pivo (local beer), are connoisseurs of art and culture (it’s the birthplace of the eclectic Bohemian movement), and are renowned for their relaxing thermal mineral spas. Go on, immerse yourself.
Arts + Culture Lovers; Backpackers/Budget Travellers; Couples/Honeymooners; History Buffs
