Cultural Heritage
What are you up to? Charming castles, colorful events, relax in wonderful spa resorts or sports? One life is not enough to explore all hidden gems and activities the Czech Republic has to offer!
Castles, chateaux, twelve UNESCO monuments and historical cities are some of the most popular trip destinations in the Czech Republic. Come and see the winding lanes with their magical atmosphere, medieval ramparts and romantic corners. Ancient times are combined with the modern present in several locations. Or can your holidays not do without hiking or cycling trips? Indulge yourself in unforgettable experiences and set out to wander around the picturesque countryside. The Czech mountains offer a great number of experiences in summer and in winter. Finally dont forget the Czech spas some of the most popular in the world.
Historical Towns – You Will Feel Like You Are in a Fairy Tale
Narrow winding lanes, picturesque squares, town walls and church towers – this is the romance of the old market towns.
Set out on a trip to cities full of romantic atmosphere and pulsing with life! Unforgettable experiences await you – breathtaking views and superb culinary delights while taking a seat in one of the cafes or restaurants specializing in regional products. What for example would you say to a visit to Telč, Prachatice or Litomyšl? Kutná Hora and Český Krumlov are also popular tips for trips. Or would you rather set out for Mikulov?
UNESCO – Places You Just Have to See
Will you choose one of the ancient cities, a modern villa or an impressive Gothic cathedral?
Registrations in the UNESCO cultural heritage list are not bestowed lightly; there are less than a thousand in the whole world but you can find 14 of them in the Czech Republic. Apart from the historical centre of Prague, Český Krumlov, Kutná Hora and Telč these for example include the Functionalist Villa Tugendhat in Brno designed by the architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, the historical gardens and chateau in Kroměříž and the Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk steeped in symbolism in Žďár nad Sázavou.
Castles and Chateaux – The Greatest Czech Treasures
Proud royal castles and lovely chateaux, charming gardens, ancient treasures, legends and mysteries.
Impregnable fortresses, defiant forts, fairytale chateaux and whimsical summer palaces in expansive landscaped parks – these are places where the past comes to life. Tours are livened up by guides in historical costume, period music and dance, swordsmen and falconers. You will sometimes even come across a ghost! One of the most popular castles in the Czech Republic is Karlštejn Castle, where the Czech crown jewels are displayed. The castle and chateau in Český Krumlov with the Baroque theatre and revolving auditorium in the chateau gardens are presented to you as whimsically playful.
Museums and Galleries
Museums and galleries are where education and learning about culture, science, technology, tradition and history are bundled bonus of fun!
Lovers of classic exposition and admirers of the modern museum concept can choose for themselves. You will learn about the secrets of the past, the mysteries of the future, and the essence of the present. If you are interested in how things work around us, then visit the National Technical Museum in Prague – a paradise of science and technology. Whoever is intoxicated by the scent of gasoline or diesel won’t be able to resist the cars in the Škoda Auto Museum in Mladá Boleslav. Admirers of architecture, design and art will also find what they’re looking for. The atmosphere of the art of the past 10 centuries can be seen at the National Gallery in Prague, while contemporary art can be found at Prague’s DOX Centre for Contemporary Art.
Architecture
In the Czech Republic you will find traces of the development of Central European architecture more than 1000 years old.
Come get to know mysterious Gothic structures, Renaissance palaces or Baroque chapels. In the Czech Republic you will find traces of the development of Central European architecture more than 1000 years old. You can start at the Romance rotunda on the memorial hilltop of Říp, then continue through billowing Baroque palaces, and finish off your trip at the pearl of modern living – the functionalist villa of Tugendhat.
Gastronomy
Meat specialties, traditional sweets and delicious beer. Czech cuisine can offer you all this, and much more.
Czech cuisine, whether in a traditional or modern guise, has many influences. Traditional dishes sometimes have their roots far beyond the Czech borders. Taste goulash, sirloin with dumplings or roast duck with cabbage. Also try fried cheese – an interesting food not only for vegetarians. And what to have for a good dinner? Traditional Czech lager or Becherovka for good digestion. But traditional Czech cuisine also includes sweets. Do you know what frgals are or how traditional spa wafers taste? Just come and sample some for yourself!
Spiritual Czechia – Meditation and Contemplation
Visit churches and cathedrals, monastery complexes, pilgrimage churches, chapels and peaceful places of contemplation.
Church monuments provide a unique testament to spiritual and cultural wealth. They have existed for centuries, yet despite this these places are alive, attracting visitors with their ancient legends and miracles, dazzling architecture and spiritual legacy. Set out in the footsteps of the pilgrims of times gone by, for example to Svatý Hostýn, to the Church of Our Lady Victorious in the Lesser Town in Prague, where the charming statue of the Child of Prague is on display, or to visit the Baroque Marian pilgrimage site at Svatá Hora near Příbram.
Traditions, aromas and flavours
Joy from discovering the best the Czech Republic has to offer is supported by the magic of traditions, the renowned taste of the local cuisine and also by a selection of great wines or beers.
Several traditions represent the Czech Republic on the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage, i.e. customs, traditions and cultural events. These include for example falconry, the colourful Shrovetide processions in the Hlinecko region, the men’s folk dance verbuňk and the unique festival known as the Ride of the Kings. And if you are already here, wandering around the Czech Republic, why not also try the traditional beers Pilsner Urquell or Budweiser Budvar, a decent shot of plum brandy or the herbal liqueur Becherovka. Did you know that it is also called the thirteenth healing spring of Karlovy Vary?
Culture and Entertainment
We will give you some tips on where to go for culture and entertainment, whether you are travelling to the Czech Republic alone or with your family
Whether coming alone or with your kids, the Czech Republic provides perfect enjoyment. We choose the best for you and we will give you tips on where to go when you want to see a theatre performance or explore the depths of the Universe. We know that it is not easy to keep children busy when touring a chateau, so we will show you where your offspring will definitely have fun. Not only in large cities such as Prague, Brno and Ostrava, but all over the Czech Republic. And when travelling across the country, we will tell you which lookout towers are not to be missed. Enjoy a journey full of culture, learning and entertainment!
