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The Czech Republic is a landlocked country in Europe. It borders Austria, Germany, Poland, and Slovakia.
For a long time, it was a little under the radar, but in recent years more and more people are rediscovering the beauty of this country. Do you too?
The Czech Republic, landlocked between the Adriatic and Baltic Seas, has a mostly flat landscape, unlike its mountainous neighbors like Austria. Its highest peak reaches 1,600 meters, while mountains surround most of its borders except in the south.
With a temperate climate, the country enjoys mild winters and cool summers. Home to 10.5 million people, it remains more affordable than many other European nations. The country uses the Czech koruna, not the Euro.
As one of the least religious countries, only 20% of Czechs believe in God, 30% don’t believe in anything, and 50% are open to higher or natural forces.
The Czech Republic’s most important cities blend historical charm with modernes. Prague, the capital, is famous for its exceptional architecture, including Prague Castle and Charles Bridge. Brno, the second-largest city, is a key center for education and research, known for Špilberk Castle and the UNESCO-listed Villa Tugendhat. Ostrava has a strong industrial heritage and is transforming into a cultural hotspot with attractions like the Lower Vítkovice complex. Plzeň is globally known for the Pilsner beer which was named after the city, but apart from that, the city is also worth seeing for its wide streets and colorful houses.
The Czech Republic, mostly flat compared to its mountainous neighbors, features rolling plains and lowlands, especially in the central and eastern regions. However, mountains surround much of the country, making its borders and silhouette easily recognizable. These ranges provide stunning scenery and attract outdoor enthusiasts.
The country also offers several national parks and protected areas, like Bohemian Switzerland National Park with its sandstone formations, and Šumava National Park, known for its forests and peat bogs. The Elbe and Vltava Rivers wind through the landscape, providing scenic views and boating opportunities. From hiking in the Krkonoše Mountains to exploring the caves of Moravian Karst, the Czech Republic has fascinating, less-crowded natural spots.
| Englisch | Tschechisch | Tschechische Lautschrift |
| Hello | Ahoj | Ah-hoy |
| Yes | Ano | Ah-noh |
| No | Ne | Neh |
| Thank you | Děkuji | Dyeh-koo-yi |
| Please | Prosím | Proh-seem |
| I would like to order a beer | Chtěl bych si objednat pivo | Khtyel bikh si ohb-yed-naht pee-voh |
| I would like to order a Spritzer | Chtěl bych si objednat Spritzera | Khtyel bikh si ohb-yed-naht Shprits-er-rah |
| Where is the toilet | Kde je toaleta? | Kdeh yeh toh-ah-leh-ta |