Since time immemorial, the Czech lands have been the crossroads of European cultures. The cultural character of Czech cities, villages and spa towns has always been a source of inspiration to visitors and guests, who come here from all corners of the world. The Czech Republic, among the youngest in the family of European countries, was born on January 1st, 1993, when the Czechoslovak Federal Republic split into two independent states, the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

Even though the Czech Republic’s area ranks among small countries, its wealth of natural beauty and monuments of cultural heritage contribute greatly to its global prestige as a major cultural destination. There are14 tourist regions dotted with charming towns, castles and chateaux (the most per square mile of any country in the world!), ancient villages and, of course, many spas, all waiting to be discovered.

Capital city: Prague (1.2 million)
Population: 10.3 million
Land area: 78.864 sq km
Language: Czech 
Independence: January 01, 1993
EU member: May 2004
National currency: Czech Crown (CZK)
Religion: Mostly Roman Catholic
Climate: Continental climate with distinctive rotation of seasons.
Time zone: Central European Time (GMT+1)
Elevation: 117 m - 1.602 m
National Parks: Four
International dialling number: +420
Visa: Tourists from most countries (EU, USA, etc) do not need visa. A valid passport is required only.
Electricity: 220V, 50Hz
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To find out more about Czech click on:
Czech Tourist Board
Czech Republic website
Lonely Planet Czech