Guide about Prague and the Czech Republic
Southern Bohemia
České Budějovice
The town's main square, named after Přemysl Otakar II, was originally laid out in 1265, a perfect square lined with old burgher homes and arcades. It is the largest square in Czech Republic, and one of the most beautiful. Not far from the square, the St. Nicolas Cathedral is one of the city’s most i… guide
Český Krumlov
Český Krumlov, the jewel of South Bohemia, is located on several hills on a meander of the Vltava River. Its most imposing feature is the local castle, built on a rock overhanging the river, and second only to Prague Castle in size. The lords of Krumlov built this awe-inspiring fortress in 1250. Com… guide
Hluboká nad Vltavou Castle
Originally a homestead for royals and nobles, Hluboká nad Vltavou castle was bought by the Schwarzenberg family in 1661. Its present look is the result of meticulous renovation effors in the 19th century, during which the castle was redone in the style of England's Windsor Castle - the Tudor Gothic … guide
Holašovice
Small farmhouses, barns and baroque houses dating to the 19th century dot the streets of this picturesque village - which is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list. In the old days, villagers kept and sold fish, grown in nearby ponds. Every estate had a principal room, a granary, a hayloft, a … guide
Orlík Castle
Orlík Castle has long belonged to the Schwarzenbergs, an influential family during the reign of the Habsburgs. Today, the castle museum houses the personal collection of this noble family. The arms room has an exceptionally beautiful interior. The castle is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9am to 6pm (J… guide
Písek
Despite its somber modern suburbs, the city of Písek offers various interesting sights and historical features, the most famous being the oldest stone bridge in Central Europe, built in the 13th century.On Písek's Old Town Square, baroque and Renaissance houses still stand today, and the remains of … guide
Slavonice
Slavnice has an outstanding Renaissance character. During the Thirty Years War, Slavonice was stricken by the plague and was very impoverished by the Swedish occupation. Consequently, the town could not rebuild houses in the baroque style that is otherwise omnipresent in the Czech Republic. Slavonic… guide
Telč
The main attraction in Telč - besides its beautiful main square - is the local castle (open Tuesday-Sunday 8am to 5pm during the summer months). Visitors to this Renaissance-era castle can admire original interiors with excellent period furniture, exquisite coffered ceilings, richly decorated vaults… guide
Map of regions
Weather in the Czech Republic
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