The major cities in the Czech Republic are Prague, Brno and Ostrava. Prague is the most populous city of the country and is often referred to as one of Europe’s most beautiful cities with its cobblestone streets and ancient architecture. Brno is the second largest city in terms of population and serves as an important regional centre for industry, commerce and culture. Ostrava is located in the northern part of the country and it makes up one-third of the total population of the Czech Republic.
The Czech Republic has many tourist destinations that attract visitors from all over the world. Among them, some must-see places are Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Český Krumlov, Kutná Hora and Karlštejn Castle. There are also various caves, thermal springs, breweries and historical sites that offer lifetime experiences to travellers.
Czech cuisine has influences from different cultures such as German, Austrian and Hungarian cuisines. Some dishes worth giving a try are Svíčková na smetaně (braised sirloin steak), Vepřo knedlo zelo (roast pork with dumplings and cabbage) or Guláš (beef stew).
The climate of the Czech Republic is temperate continental with cold winters and hot summers. The best period to visit if you want to make the most out of your experience is from June to September when temperatures are pleasant.
According to 2019 statistics, the population was 10.73 million people while its total area was 78,866 km² making it one of the smallest European countries. The Czech language belongs to the West Slavic language with several dialects. Other languages spoken there are German and Hungarian by minorities.
The currency used in the Czech Republic is Czech Koruna (CZK). The Czech Republic can be considered a low-budget holiday destination compared to other destinations around Europe. People can find good quality hotels at relatively cheap prices outside the summer season (April-June).
