Wenceslas Square
Praha 1, Nove Mesto, Vaclavske namestíTravelers who come to the capital of the Czech Republic, sooner or later still get to this square, even if they do not set such a goal for themselves. The fact that Wenceslas Square is located in the heart of Prague and is connected to many other attractions.
Hradcany
Praha 1, Praha 6 - HradcanyFrom the west side to the Prague Degree Hradčany adjoins - a rich, noble district of Prague, which, however, was intended, at the base, in 1320 for the settlement of the palace servants - grooms, cooks, scribes and servants. The Old Town Hall is one of the oldest buildings in Hradcany, whose narrow façade is decorated with paintings.
Zvikov
Zvikovske Podhradi, 1The Czech castle Zvikov is located in a very beautiful place, where two rivers merge - Otava and Vltava. It is one of the oldest and most visited castles in the country. For the first time Zvikov Castle is mentioned in documents dating from 1234. The fortress was built by King Přemysl Otakar the First.
The Charles Bridge
Praha 1, Karluv mostThe Charles Bridge, connecting the districts of Stare Mesto and Mala Strana, is one of the most important sights of Prague. When describing this bridge, only superlatives of the adjective come to mind: the most famous, the most beautiful, the oldest. The construction of the bridge began in 1357 at the direction of Emperor Charles IV.
Karlstejn
Karlstejn, 172Perhaps the most famous village, located near Prague, is Karlštejn (the name in translation means "Charles stone"). This town (a little flatter to the indicated settlement) is familiar to all lovers of Gothic architecture thanks to the castle of the same name.
Konopiště
Benesov, 1A lot of picturesque castles are located in the vicinity of Prague. All of them are beautiful in their own way and to see, of course, I want everything. It's good when there is an opportunity for this, but if it does not exist yet, we have to choose.
An ossuary in the Czech Republic
Kutna Hora-Sedlec, ZameckaWhat is the first thing known for the suburb of the once financial center of the Czech Republic, Kutna Hora - Sedlec? That's right, the famous church Kostnice v Sedlci. In the Czech word "kostnice" it is easy to guess the common root with the Russian "bones", this, in general, is the chapel in which human remains are stored.
Moravsky Kras
Jihomoravsky kraj, Moravsky krasCzech Republic, as you know, many beautiful castles, fortresses, cathedrals and cities, in short, many man-made sights. However, even the strongest impressions have properties to fade, and perception is dulled.
Kampa Museum
Praha, U Sovovych mlynu 2Fans of art of the 20th century and just those who love new experiences and unusual solutions are strictly shown to visit the Kampa Museum located in the Sowa Mills near the Charles Bridge on the banks of the Vltava River on the island of Kampa.
Prague Castle
Praha 2, Prazsky hradPrague Castle is the largest fortress in the Czech Republic, stretching along the top of a hill on the left bank of the Vltava River. It is a major historical, political and cultural center of the country, founded in the 9th century. Inside Grada from Gradchanskaya Square lead the front gate, which has an honor guard.
Rožmberk
Rozmberk nad VltavouLike many Czech castles, Rožmberk can boast of an intricate and romantic history, as well as many gloomy legends and frankly amusing tales surrounding it. Apparently, a large number of secrets and tales he deserved due to the constant change of his masters.
St. Barbara's Cathedral in Kutná Hora
Kutna Hora, Barborska, 284The Late Gothic Cathedral of St. Barbara is perhaps the most famous architectural landmark of Kutna Hora. This impressive temple is the second largest Gothic church in the country. And its religious significance is very great.
St. Vitus Cathedral
Praha 1, Vikarska, 38One of the brightest symbols of the city is St. Vitus Cathedral. Its history dates back to 1344, today is the residence of the Archbishop of Prague. The greatness of the cathedral does not lend itself to standard descriptions.
Old Town
Praha 1, Praha 2, Praha 8 - Stare MestoOld place, or Old Town - Prague area, where a lot of attractions are concentrated, and it is here that the first thing every tourist who travels to the capital of the Czech Republic goes to.
Old Town Square
Praha 1, Staromestske namesti, Stare MestoThe Old Town Square is known since the 12th century - once there was a bustling market, gathering in its area a lot of artisans, traders, craftsmen, merchants with goods from different countries. The square is surrounded by architectural masterpieces of all eras and styles - from rococo to baroque.
Strahov Monastery
Praha 1, Strahovske nadvori, 132/1A museum, a library and a religious center in one bottle is the Strahov Monastery, one of the oldest and most famous monasteries in Prague. The Strahov Monastery was built in 1140 for the order of monks-premonstrants who observed the vow of celibacy and silence.
Dancing house in Prague
Praha 2, Jiraskovo namesti, 1981/6A unique architectural monument in the spirit of deconstructionism, dedicated to a couple of dancers and provoked heated discussions and debates of critics, architects and ordinary citizens, has long been one of the most famous sights of Prague.
Tyn Church
Praha 1, Staromestske namestiNoticeable in any weather from anywhere in Prague, dressed in the golden decorations of the sun in the Tyn church, or the temple of the Virgin Mary, has already seven centuries. This is his two pointed towers - the symbol of Prague - rise above the red roofs of houses.
Cesky Krumlov
Cesky KrumlovTo visit Cesky Krumlov means to visit this Fairy Tale. At every step - in the castle, park, over the river, on narrow streets and in salt caves - legends and legends come to life here. And it seems that to meet a gnome at night, carrying a gold bullion home, it's really possible - it's Cesky-Krumlov!
Cesky-Sternberk
Ceske Sternberk, 1Most often, ancient castles are such original museums in which no one lives (except that ghosts), and tourists are shown the recreated situation of the previous years. All this is very interesting, but it is difficult to imagine how you can live inside these walls.
Take, for example, the town of Kutna Hora. Its name is little known, but visiting Kutnu-Gora, you will remain impressed for life (though, the most famous monument in this city refers, more likely, to death). It's about the Barn, a church made up of four tens of thousands of human bones. It's easy to get to the blood-curdling sights - Kutna Hora is an hour's drive from the Czech capital.
Previously, silver was mined in the town, thanks to the successful course of this noble cause, Kutna Hora was in fact the financial capital, the second most important city in the Czech Republic after Prague. The preserved grandeur and architectural appearance of the city allow the local authorities to spend here an annual Medieval show. It takes place in the summer, gathers tens of thousands of guests and includes knight tournaments, open-air competitions, street performances and other events typical for the past.
Brno is famous for the cathedral of Peter and Paul .This is a cathedral, its construction in the Gothic style arose on the site of the original temple, and after several times it was rebuilt, which led to the transition to the neo-Gothic .The cathedral is famous not only for its aesthetic perfection, but also for the fact that its clock strikes noon an hour earlier, at 11:00, in memory of the events of 1645, when, according to legend, the "local bell-ringer" rescued the city besieged by the Swedes .Also, in memory of the liberation from the Swedes, the authorities of Brno every year in August arrange a holiday, a historical reconstruction with all the attributes: staged battles and colorful performances .
It is difficult to imagine a trip to this country, without reviewing at least one castle .But all in the Czech Republic there are more than one and a half thousand ... This and Rozhmberk over Vltavoi ,foundation leaving in the Šumava Mountains ,and Orlik Castle ,built on a small rock in the middle of the lake ,and fortress in the town of Tabor ,and Karlštejn Castle on the mountain ,that on the banks of the Berounka River and built specifically for Charles IV ,and the incomparable romantic castle of Hluboka nad Vltavou ,and Zvikov Castle ,who is called the "King of the Castles of the Czech Republic" ,and Cherven Lhota ,in which more than 30 fairy tales and historical films were shot ,and Sikhrov - carved romantic miracle of architecture ,and the castle in the middle of the town of Ceske Budejovice ,called Bohemian Florence
Czech Republic is also unthinkable without beer, as without locks .Beer capital here is rightfully considered the city of Pilsen, which gave the name to the world's most popular beverage .Dreamed of the "beer" glory of Bavaria, Pilsen managed to attract German brewers to their city, having achieved as a result a result capable of competing with the Germans .Therefore founded in the 13th century Pilsen, in the 19th century took the palm tree in the production of beer in the country .The Brewery Museum will tell the travelers in detail about the history of this drink in the local regions .The theory is best reinforced by practice - in this you will help the brewery Plzeскийský Праздstroj (its cellars stretched as far as 10 kilometers!) .Here you can taste the famous beer that the whole world delivers to the Czech Republic .
In addition to beer, the city produces and famous for the whole world cars "Skoda". And in Pilsen is the widest area of the country - the Republic Square, whose length and width are respectively 139 and 193 m. Pilsen is the third largest city (after the Budapest and Jerusalem) synagogues in the world.
But not everyone prefers beer to other delicacies and delicious foods. There is an opinion that those who do not favor alcohol, adore sweet. Czech Republic and for them prepared a gift - a wonderful town of Pardubice, famous for the production of unique to taste and kind of gingerbread.
Approximately from the middle of the 19th century the production of gingerbread took in Pardubice such a beautiful image - the confectioners began to compete in the manufacture of an endangered dainty by all the existing methods .The composition of the test began to add the most exotic ingredients, the glaze was cooked from the most delicious syrups, the sweets were covered with an exquisite mixture of fragrant crumbs, creams, powder .Over time, gingerbread from Pardubice became a real business card of the city, they took the form of houses, town halls, churches, gnomes, animals and birds .Recipes of the test, powders, powders, syrups, fillers are still kept secret .
With decor and decorations in Pardubice, everything is in order. And it is expressed not only in gingerbread. The tourist will be attracted by local Renaissance mansions with facades decorated with scenes from the Bible. The most famous of them in Pardubice is the building "U Yenash" (At Iona). It is decorated with relief whales, swallowing the prophet Jonah, according to legend, spent three days in the whale. The center of Pardubice is adorned with the tower "Green Gate" and the church of St. Bartholomew.