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What are the Czech tourist
regions? They are not any official administrative units; they are simply parts of the
country offering a certain kind of tourism, which connects the individual elements of the
region (such as its geography, nature, history and culture) and, simultaneously, distinguishes it
from other areas.
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The capital city of the Czech Republic; the political, economical and cultural centre of the country; the seat of the president, of the government and the parliament; the centre of university education, the seat of the Academy of Sciences and numerous sacademic institutions.
Characteristics of the region Prague is a significant cultural centre with a variety of theatres, museums, galleries and...
Diverse central Bohemian landscape
Characteristics of the regionA large recreation area extends south of Prague along the rivers Vltava and Sázava. Many Praguers spend their weekends and holidays in their private weekend houses situated here. This area is also popular with hikers and fans of waters sports, from canoeing and kayaking to windsurfing. The tradition of camps with wooden chalets...
ss the region of castles, chateaux and lakes.
The nature of southern Bohemia is very diverse. Besides typical flat areas with numerous artificial lakes and peat-bogs framed with dense forests and extensive meadows, we can find even rougher mountain landscape in this region.
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The landscape is nearly untouched by modern civilization. Numerous cultural and historical...
Is called the “green roof“ of Europe.
The tourist region Šumava is extensive, around 120 km long wooded mountain range. It extends along the south-western border of the Czech Republic, Germany and Austria. In 1993 most of its area (the peat-bogs, glacial lakes, remains of primeval forest growths) was proclaimed the National park of Šumava.
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The mountains and hills of...
Plzeňsko is a picturesque region of forests and tourist routes.
Slightly rolling wooded landscape with numerous rivers and artificial lakes, nearly untouched nature, picturesque little villages and numerous castles and chateaux are characteristic for this region. Plzeň (Pilsen) is the centre of the region as well as the economic, cultural and social metropolis of the whole western...
- the region for regeneration and relaxation.
The most westerly tourist region, located along the border with Bavaria and Saxony, became famous thanks to its spas. The number and variety of mineral curative springs is unique in the world. Due to diverse chemical consistency, the local springs have a wide range of curative effects, used for various cures and therapies.
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Northern Bohemia is a paradise for skiers, hikers, and lovers of nature.
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The protected landscape areas Jizerské hory and Lužické hory and National Park Krkonoše are all situated in this mountainous region. Wooden folk buildings and stone lookout towers have been preserved on many places of the region. Máchovo jezero (Mácha Lake) and the area of Holanské rybníky...
Some of the most important historical centres in the region
can be found in the towns of Kadaň, Litoměřice and Terezín. Then there are
the chateaux at Klášterec nad Ohří, Krásný Dvůr and Velké
Březno.
A region of dramatic landscape dotted with fanciful rock formations and castles; perfect for hikers.
This remarkable region is located between the towns of Jičín, Sobotka, Mladá Boleslav, Mnichovo Hradiště, Kopanina, Železný Brod, Semily and Lomnice nad Popelkou. In the east the region passes into the Podkrkonoší area, in the north it is surrounded by the mountain ranges of Jizerské...
is a region of charming lowlands and highland ranges dotted with historic towns, manors and castles.
A wide range of sightseeing and recreation options is sure to satisfy every visitor of East Bohemia. Its beautiful nature and healthy environment combined with its varied landscape make it ideal for active tourism. Its cultural landscape has been shaped by generations of...
This mountain region is an ideal place for winter and summer holidays.
Krkonoše (the Giant Mountains) with its highest mountain, Sněžka (1,602 m above sea level; pictured here; click for larger view) is the highest mountain range of the republic. The southern borders of the region and the most popular resorts belong to the zone of the National park.
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is the green heart of the Czech Republic.
Českomoravská vrchovina (Czech-Moravian Highlands) is situated on the territory which connects Bohemia and Moravia. It stretches from the south.-Bohemian lakes to the border of the Haná region.
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The region is one of the least densely populated and boasts some of the cleanest environment in the country; hence...
A mecca for wine lovers, this region is also perfect for cyclists, hikers and history buffs.
Lowlands and hillsides with extensive vineyards create the largest part of its territory. Along the border with Austria rise the limestone hills Pavlovské vrchy (Pavlovské hills); north of Brno you will find the Moravský kras (Moravian Karst) area with its maze of abysses and caves. The meanders of the Dyje...
Central Moravia is a region of rich folklore traditions.
This fertile region extends mainly along the Morava River. Since the 16th century, the region has carried the name Haná. It is famous for its sunny climate (and friendly populace), rich folk costumes, its traditional pungent (some might say smelly) cheese, and a vast number of Baroque cathedrals, churches,...
Both are picturesque regions split by mountain ridges and rolling hills, ideal for summer vacation as well as a range of winter sports.
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With their wide horizons of fertile lowlands and views of the Polish lowland landscape, Northern Moravia and Silesia have a pensive beauty. The southern slopes of the mountains open the region to the fertile...
