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The Czech Republic is located in central Europe, and is bordered by
Slovakia on the east, Austria on the south, Germany in the west, and
Poland in the north. The Czech Republic consists of the historical
regions of Bohemia, Moravia, and Czech Silesia. The Czech Republic has a
charming, undulating landscape with mountains and upland plains,
forests and smaller ranges of hills, mineral formations and sandstone
cliffs. The glacial Cerne and Cerovo lakes are amongst the most
beautiful parts of the Sumava National Park, in which there are to be
found wild, woodland streams with crystal clear water, tranquil valleys,
and expansive forests containing unique flora and fauna. Moravia in the
north features wooded highlands, in the south fertile lowlands and the
wine growing regions. The mineral-based land is fascinating due to its
naturally created secret caves. The Czech Republic is also noted for
its extraordinary number of mineral and thermal springs. The capital
Prague, largest city of the Czech Republic, and former capital of
Czechoslovakia, is located on both banks of the Vltava River. Visitors
are drawn to the 'fairy tale' characteristics of Prague, but this is
only part of its lively blend of styles. Prague is unquestionably a city
best explored on foot, the entire central area has been designated a
UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city centre is like an enormous
open-air museum with an interesting mix of architectural innovation
including Renaissance, Baroque, Gothic, Romanesque, Cubist and Art
Nouveau styles. Creating the distinctive Prague skyline stands Prague
Castle and St Vitus Cathedral. Within Prague's complex of historical
districts - the Lesser Quarter and the Old Town lie the city's major
historical attractions linked together by the famous Charles' Bridge.
This historical centre of the city is made up of Hradcany (the Castle
District) and Mala Strana (the Small Quarter) west of the river, Stare
Mesto (the Old Town) and Vaclavske namesti (Wenceslas Square) to the
east. Brno is the second largest city of the Czech Republic and
the chief city of Moravia. Brno's landmarks include the cathedral, the
old and new town halls, and several fine Gothic and baroque churches.
One of the Czech Republic's largest cities is Plzen, a significant
cultural, business and industrial centre, famous for it’s beer, Pilsner,
and also the heavy machinery factories of Skoda.
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