With a long history dating back to the ancient Celtic and Germanic founding tribes to the Protestant Reformation and Communism, and with numerous ornate castles, the Czech Republic is perfect for history buffs and culture vultures, but it's also beloved for its beers, hot springs, mineral baths and spa treatments, and stunning natural scenery from trout streams and picturesque lakes in the forest-clad hills of Šumava, bordering on to Austria, to the lofty mountain range of Krkonoše, great for cycling and hiking in the summer months and a fantastic area for wintersports.
Prague
The 'City of a Hundred Spires', colourful baroque buildings, its Old Town Square at the city's historic core, Gothic churches, the symbolic astrological clock, and iconic pedestrianised Charles Bridge lined by 30 saints, Prague bursts with historical and cultural charm and since the fall of Communism in 1989 has become an increasingly popular destination
Český Krumlov
The UNESCO-listed city of Český Krumlov has a proud reputation as Czech Republic's most picturesque city, with its dreamy, fairytale castle, which dominates its skyline. Split in half by the Vltava river, you can stroll by the picturesque riverbanks or hire a canoe, or perhaps simply explore the city's historic charms
Adršpach-Teplice Rocks
These distinctive and unusual sandstone rock formations form the basis of a national park in the north, where you'll also find contorted canyons and forests teeming with wildlife - just perfect for rock-climbing enthusiasts, hikers and nature lovers!
Sedlec Ossuary
Sedlec Ossuary is an intriguing and remarkable place, where you'll find the centuries-old bones of over 50,000 people crafted into chandeliers, sculptures, coats of arms and garlands - perhaps a bit creepy, but utterly unique!
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