The Czech Republic – a Symphony for the Senses
Come to the Czech Republic, a country where students and the elderly alike can enjoy a great holiday, a country just made for holidaying with children, romantic breaks for couples and business meetings. Come and visit a country of famous composers and create your own symphony for the senses.
News and tips
01 September 2010 -
To Broumov on the trail of Baroque architects
In 1213, Přemysl Otakar I gave the Broumov Promontory to the Benedictines from Prague-Břevnov. In 1256, they founded a small town and in 1300, a Benedictine Provost’s residence. The monastery’s current appearance is the result of Baroque conversion, which took place in 1726 to 1748 according to plans by the father and son Dienzenhofer.
In 1213, Přemysl Otakar I gave the Broumov Promontory to the Benedictines from Prague-Břevnov. In 1256, they founded a small town and in 1300, a Benedictine Provost’s residence. The monastery’s current appearance is the result of Baroque conversion, which took place in 1726 to 1748 according to plans by the father and son Dienzenhofer.
26 August 2010 -
Sázava voted most romantic Czech river
All Czech rivers have their own unforgettable charm. The Berounka runs gently and quietly through forested valleys and is ideal for beginners and families with children. The rapids of the Sázava will give water sportsmen a hard time and test the skills of both rowers to manoeuvre the boat among the rocks. The longest Czech river, the Vltava, also has numerous rapids. Lovers of unspoilt countryside will appreciate its upper reaches flowing through the Šumava National Park. But which river is the right one for a summer trip in search of adventure and romance?
All Czech rivers have their own unforgettable charm. The Berounka runs gently and quietly through forested valleys and is ideal for beginners and families with children. The rapids of the Sázava will give water sportsmen a hard time and test the skills of both rowers to manoeuvre the boat among the rocks. The longest Czech river, the Vltava, also has numerous rapids. Lovers of unspoilt countryside will appreciate its upper reaches flowing through the Šumava National Park. But which river is the right one for a summer trip in search of adventure and romance?
24 August 2010 -
Relaxation over a beer and beer spa in the Chodová Planá brewery
You could count about fifty smaller breweries in the Czech Republic. The Chodovar family brewery in Chodová Planá is one of them. When the original building was destroyed by fire in 1861, the owner of the manor, Count Bercher, had a new brewery built over the original rock cellars, the appearance of which has been preserved to this very day.
You could count about fifty smaller breweries in the Czech Republic. The Chodovar family brewery in Chodová Planá is one of them. When the original building was destroyed by fire in 1861, the owner of the manor, Count Bercher, had a new brewery built over the original rock cellars, the appearance of which has been preserved to this very day.
19 August 2010 -
Experiences are a fun type of learning for children – try to find places and activities that more effectively develop their creativity
Would you like to enjoy your time off with your children, but are not sure exactly where to go and what in fact to do when you get there, what would be fun for your children, develop their imagination and motor skills and perhaps even teach them something in a non-violent manner? Then try to choose from our tips for activities, which neither you nor your children will find either boring or disappointing, even if the weather has taken a turn for the worse.
Would you like to enjoy your time off with your children, but are not sure exactly where to go and what in fact to do when you get there, what would be fun for your children, develop their imagination and motor skills and perhaps even teach them something in a non-violent manner? Then try to choose from our tips for activities, which neither you nor your children will find either boring or disappointing, even if the weather has taken a turn for the worse.
18 August 2010 -
For good wine and entertainment, head to the Czech Republic
Give in to the atmosphere from days of yore as you walk among ripening vineyards. At many places in the Czech Republic, viticulture is presented to you with a unique sampling of wines and “burčák” (partially fermented fresh grape juice), folklore and gastronomic traditions of individual regions as well as a most varied accompanying programme. So raise a glass of wine and drink to the founder of viticulture, Charles IV, King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor.
Give in to the atmosphere from days of yore as you walk among ripening vineyards. At many places in the Czech Republic, viticulture is presented to you with a unique sampling of wines and “burčák” (partially fermented fresh grape juice), folklore and gastronomic traditions of individual regions as well as a most varied accompanying programme. So raise a glass of wine and drink to the founder of viticulture, Charles IV, King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor.
16 August 2010 -
On motor boats along the waters of the subterranean Punkva stream to the bottom of Macocha
The dripstone caves, hidden under the surface of the earth in one of the most famous karst regions in Central Europe, attract thousands of visitors every year. Whether you visit only one of them or all five, which are open to the public, after you return from under the ground, you will certainly long to move around freely in the fresh air. So where could you go?
The dripstone caves, hidden under the surface of the earth in one of the most famous karst regions in Central Europe, attract thousands of visitors every year. Whether you visit only one of them or all five, which are open to the public, after you return from under the ground, you will certainly long to move around freely in the fresh air. So where could you go?
13 August 2010 -
Neoclassicism and Biedermeier once again under the spotlight
From 6 May to 17 October, the best of the Liechtenstein collections can be seen at the Waldstein Riding School, Prague. Hans-Adam II, the reigning Prince of Liechtenstein, has lent his valuable collection for this unique exhibition entitled “Neoclassicism and Biedermeier”. This collection is complemented by works from Czech collections and archives.
From 6 May to 17 October, the best of the Liechtenstein collections can be seen at the Waldstein Riding School, Prague. Hans-Adam II, the reigning Prince of Liechtenstein, has lent his valuable collection for this unique exhibition entitled “Neoclassicism and Biedermeier”. This collection is complemented by works from Czech collections and archives. 