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Land of Good King Wenceslas, missing vowels and medieval
defenstrations, the Czech Republic is a romantic and intriguing
destination that packs a cultural punch. Home to eminent classical
composers, breathtaking Baroque architecture, resistance movements
and world-class brewing, it is an alluring blend of high culture
(jazz, theatre) and lower brow pleasures (star beers and
liqueurs).
The capital Prague boasts the largest castle in the world,
an endless array of excellent (and cheap) concerts, Gothic spires,
cobbled alleys, a Jewish quarter and the much-trodden Charles
Bridge over the Vltava river. Hot spot seekers relish the
contemporary art scene and the happening nightlife. Families
appreciate the street entertainers, boat trips and the relative
safety. Historic yet vibrant, with proud but friendly locals,
Unesco-listed Prague is a must-see European city.
But don't write off the countryside of Bohemia and Moravia.
Within an hour or two of Prague you'll discover brooding forests,
misty lakes, immaculate medieval towns (Kutna Hora is a jewel,
Cesky Krumlov has a fabulous summer festival) - and more castles
than you can shake a scimitar at. There's excellent birdwatching in
spring, mushroom hunting in autumn, mountain biking and hiking at
any time of year, even rafting in summer and hunting in winter.
Summer crowds in Prague can be unbearable; watch out for stag and hen groups at weekends, whose aim seems to be to drink as much as possible and behave as badly as possible. Don't expect cutting-edge fashion - Tesco is seen as one of the shopping highlights here! Service does not always come with a smile and, for some of the sights, there is one price for locals and another (much higher) for tourists, which means that you can end up feeling ripped off. Outside Prague, don't expect much in the way of nightlife.
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