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Destination Czech Republic
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Name conventional long form:
Czech Republic conventional short form: Czech Republic local form: Ceska Republika After
the First World War, the closely related Czechs and Slovaks of the former Austro-Hungarian
Empire merged to form Czechoslovakia. After World War II, a truncated Czechoslovakia
fell within the Soviet sphere of influence. In 1968, an invasion by Warsaw Pact
troops ended the efforts of the country's leaders to liberalize Communist party
rule and create "socialism with a human face." | |
The collapse of Soviet authority in 1989, allowed
Czechoslovakia to regained its freedom through a peaceful "Velvet Revolution."
On 1 January 1993, the country underwent a "velvet divorce" into its two national
components, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The Czech Republic joined NATO in
1999 and the European Union in 2004. For
a quick brief check The CIA Factbook | | border
countries:
Austria 362 km
Germany 646 km
Poland 658 km
Slovakia
215 km Coast line: 0 (Landlocked) Main
airport: Prague
(PRG) click for details Alternative Brno
(BRN)
Ostrava
(OSR) |
Area:
Total: 78,866 sq km
Land: 77,276 sq km
Water: 1,590 sq km Population:
10,241,138
(July 2005 est.)
Language: Polish Climate:
Temperate with cool summers and cold, cloudy and humid winters. |
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| Travel and general tips taken from Czech
Official Travel site a recommended site for information about Czech Republic
and Prague. | | Spa's There
are numerous mineral springs on the Czech territory which have been used for medicinal
purposes since the early 15th century. Located in picturesque natural landscapes,
Czech spa towns are attractive for both their urbanistic layout and their unique
spa architecture. Some spa houses even boast elaborate original furnishings. Be
active The Czech Republic is an ideal country
for active holiday, where you can relax as well as improve your physical condition.
In case you decide for relaxation, you have a choice of various wellness offers.
Lovers of adrenaline sports will be pleased by wide possibilities of bungee
jumping |  |
Even though the Czech Republics area of 78,864 square kilometers
(about 30,450 square miles) ranks it among small countries, its wealth of natural
beauty and monuments of cultural heritage contribute greatly to its global prestige
as a major cultural destination. Travel
tips from the Czech Republic official site click here |
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