The Czech people consider themselves a part of the West Slavs, along with Slovaks and Poles. The Czech Republic itself is regionally divided into Bohemia (to the west) and Moravia (to the east). While the Czech Republic has existed under different names and different empires over the centuries, it still has its own identity, with Prague at the heart of it all.
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Facts about the Czech Republic:
- The central location of the Czech Republic means it shares borders with Germany, Austria, Poland and Slovakia. Many people consider Prague an ideal starting point for traveling the rest of Europe.
- Staying in the Czech Republic, especially in Prague, might seem relatively more expensive than in countries situated to the east, but Prague has a lively night life, beautiful boutique hotels, and plenty of restaurants for the visitor who wants to experience it all.
Museums in the Czech Republic: The Czech Republic has many small, must-see museums. The Alphonse Mucha Museum displays paintings, drawings, and lithographs of this famous master of Art Nouveau. The Mozart Museum houses original works of Mozart and Mozart memorabilia. The Sex Machines Museum is also very popular.
Prague Castle: This is one of the most popular sights for tourists to the Czech Republic. Past kings and current presidents have held offices here. The Castle is one of the largest in the world and houses the crown jewels of the Bohemian kingdom! Inside the Castle, tourists can visit the late Gothic-style cathedral of St. Vitus, and the Old Royal Palace, the seat of past Bohemian princes.
Shopping in the Czech Republic: Prague has many small shops in which to find one-of-a-kind souvenirs. Look for:
If you plan on buying art in the Czech Republic, there are many galleries and shops that offer contemporary works from local artists.
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