One country –
12 UNESCO heritage protected sites – 20 years. The Czech Republic – a small
country in the heart of Europe - celebrates 20 years anniversary of enlisting
the first Czech city on the prestigious list of UNESCO protected monuments and
places. It is a true sensation that such a small country of only 79 000 sq.km.
is home to 12 charming UNESCO sites, which are admired each year by millions of
visitors. However Czech architectural heritage does not end here, and there are
many more reasons to visit Czech Republic.
Prague, the capital city, is definitely the place that
receives the most visitors and compliments. Standing on the most beautiful
stone bridges in the world, the Charles Bridge, and looking past the
silhouettes of silent statues and the Old Town full of winding alleys and
picturesque squares up toward the hill where Prague Castle and St Vitus
cathedral glisten over Prague. This is
an experience that even those who have spent their whole life here, never tire
of. This city of thousand spires is a magical labyrinth, where the most
powerful man, artists and emperors of Europe met and left their legacy. Prague
is a city, you have to blend in and become a part of it at least for a while –
and then the city may be persuaded to reveal its secrets to you.
But the Czech wonders do not end with Prague. There many other places
which are in easy reach just few hours’ drive from Prague.
Cesky Krumlov
One of the most beautiful and scenic historic European towns lies south
of Prague, nearby the Austrian border. This gothic town of medieval stone
houses preserved till nowadays, majestic chateau and castle on the top of a
steep rock in the midst of lush green forests. The town seems like a dream
which changes with each journey.
Kutna Hora
Just one hour drive from Prague lies another charming medieval town of
Kutna Hora. The European silver treasury in Middle Ages, where all the European
silver coins were minted, is a rich architectures and deep mysteries of
abandoned silver mines. Cathedral of St Barbara, chambers of Italian court, and
the Ossuary in the Sedlec are just few must see’s in this city. You can try how
to become a medieval craftsman, or even a cook...
Lednice – Valtice Landscape
In the very south of Moravia and right on the borders with Austria in a
romantic scenery, there lies the land of wines, where vineyards and chateaux
create a true natural harmony. In here you can find all the architectural
styles from all over the world – a Chinese gazebos, Roman arch, French
colonnades even an unique Turkish minaret. All around you will find plenty of
wine cellars, with local folklore music, wine and food and friendly winemakers,
who will be happy to share their wines.
Brno
The second largest city in the Czech Republic and also a capital of
Moravia, is a home to the most valuable modern functional and fascinating
villas in the world. Tugendhat Villa has been built by the famous architect
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and is a wonderful example of modern architecture.
Olomouc
In the heart of Moravia you can found one of the most important spiritual
centre, a city full of baroque beauty and reverence for God. There are many
places to visit the most impressive is the massive column commemorating the end
of plague with the largest group of Baroque sculptures in Europe. Archbishop
palace, Holy Hill and the pilgrimage basilica are definitely other must see’ s
here.
In Bohemia and Moravia in the charming landscapes are another fascinating
towns and places that are under UNESCO protection. These are Kromeriz, Trebic, Telc, Zdar nad Sazavou, Holasovice.
For more information, please
contact:
Radka Neumannova
Director
Czech Tourist Authority – CzechTourism in India
Tel.: +91 11 24108933
Email: neumannova@czechtourism.com
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