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The Czech Republic is an advanced Central European country with increasing standards of living. Its rich history has left a significant historical legacy, spectacular architecture and beautiful cultural works. Personalities of past and present times remain a source of pride for the Czech Republic. Many Czechs have received worldwide recognition in different branches of the sciences, arts and sports.

The Czech Republic has been a member state of the European Union since 2004, and actively participates through membership in a wide range of international organizations.

The Czech Republic welcomes several millions of tourists annually. Visitors usually come seeking culture, sports or relaxation. Thousands of businesspeople, students and expatriates live in the Czech Republic on a long-term basis.

Art of Travel’s choice of quality hotels in Prague

Art of Travel’s choices of hotels in Prague range from selected 3, 4, & 5 star hotels within the central part of the city. Most are within walking distance to the famous Prague Castle, Old Town Square, and the Charles Bridge which are all “must see” spots in this romantic city. However, we’ve also chosen to offer hotels that are slightly away but with easy access into the city (approximately 15-20 minutes by public transport), equipped with fantastic facilities you won’t find in the city centre hotels like greenery and fresh air, parks or tennis courts and readily available parking facilities (so if you’re driving from somewhere in Europe, these choices could be perfect). Choose from a homier 3 or 4 star Boutique style hotel to a modern 5 star hotel complete with all its amenities.

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Official name:
Czech Republic

Capital city:
Prague; population 1.2 million

Area:
299 000 sq km

Population:
10.2 Million

Land Area:
78,866 sq km (30,450 sq mi)

Geographical Location:
Central Europe

Neighboring Countries:
Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Poland

Time Zone:
GMT + 1 / Daylight Savings Time observed

Currency:
Czech Crown koruna (CZK) = 100 hellers (hal)

Official language:
Czech

Foreign Languages Spoken:
English (younger generation), German (older generation); some Italian, French, Spanish

Religion:
Atheist/Agnostic 59%, Roman Catholic 27%, Protestant 2%, Other 12%

Government:
Parliamentary democracy with president as the head of state and prime minister as the head of government.

Weather:
Temperate. Cool to warm May - September (showers and thunderstorms common), mostly chilly October, March and April (rain or snow possible), cold, cloudy and wet with snow and freezing temperatures November - February; skiing December – March.

Voltage:
230 Volts/50 Hz

Country Calling Code:
420

Travel Documents:
Passport required (includes citizens of EU member countries)

Freeway Fees:
Freeway pass (dálniční známka) required (available at the customs and gas stations)