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The Czech Republic is a European country bordered by Poland to the northeast, Slovakia to the east, Austria to the south and Germany to the west and northwest.
The capital, Prague is one of the most beautiful cities in the world with a unique atmosphere shaped through its large history. Museums, galleries and other tourist attractions are easy to find in the regions of the Czech Republic, as well as many historical towns, castles, churches and monasteries. The country has 12 UNESCO cultural heritage sites. The countryside has perfect places for active holidays, like skiing, hiking and cycling.
REASONS TO GO
The dazzling city of Prague, the countryside landscape and the fairy tales castles
Relaxing in one of the famous Czech spas.
Capital: Prague
Language: Czech
Currency: Czech crown (CZK) - "koruna"
Area: 78.866 sq km (30.450 sq mi)
Population: 10 million
Electricity: 230V/50Hz
Calling Code: 420
New Year and Czech Independence Day - 1 January
Easter Monday - March/April, changes every year
Workers’ Day - 1 May
Liberation Day - 8 May
Day of the Slavic Apostles Cyril and Methodius - 5 July
Jan Hus Day - 6 July
Day of Czech Statehood - 28 September
Czechoslovak Independence Day - 28 October
Freedom and Democracy Day - 17 November
Christmas Eve - 24 December
Christmas Day - 25 December
Feast of St Stephen - 26 December
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