The Czech Republic is a small country in Central Europe, which became independent in 1993 after a volatile past of occupation. It is a country rich in culture with a medieval charm, and its capital city of Prague is popular as a film location due to the abundance of historic architecture. It is also the birthplace of famous writers Franz Kafka and Milan Kundera, art nouveau artist Alfons Mucha and composers Antonin Dvorák and Bedrich Smetana, which only adds to its cultural reputation.

The fascinating and historic architecture here includes elegant buildings such as the gothic Karlstejn Castle, Troja Chateau and the Milotice Castle. Its scenic areas are national parks and World Heritage Sites such as the Šumava and Krkonoše national parks, so you can expect a visit to the Czech Republic to be filled with lovely views. The landscape here is mountainous and hilly for ninety-five per cent of it, which is great for outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and mountain biking.

The Czech Republic is also famous for its beer, the South of the country (such as Moravia and parts of Bohemiaare) being a great wine-producing region. The country also has natural springs in abundance, which means mineral water is plentiful. For traditional fare try the Knedlíky, a popular dish of Czech dumplings made from potatoes.

This country is full of historical regions and is one of the most beautiful and cultured places in the world.
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