History and Culture of the Czech Republic
Key Highlights
• Prague Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site
• Kutna Hora, a UNESCO-listed city. Known as the ‘national treasury’ for its wealth of silver mines
• Kromeriz, site of the UNESCO-listed Kromeriž flower garden with its stunning intricate and formal Baroque style flower beds
• UNESCO-listed Renaissance Château in Litomysl
Summary
This tour takes n the history, archaeology and natural wonders of the Czech Republic. We spend some time in the capital Prague discovering the UNESCO World Heritage Site – Prague Castle, the Starhov Monastery and the Wallenstein Palace and Garden. We also visit the picturesque Karlstejn Castle which sits atop a craggy valley and dominates the skyline for miles. We will also spend a morning touring the Moravia Karst, a Protected Area of natural and geological importance with more 1,100 caverns and gorges. We travel to the beautiful town of Kromeriz, site of the UNESCO-listed Kromeriž flower garden. Other highlights include Pernstejn Castle, one of the most beautiful castles of Moravia, the UNESCO-listed Renaissance Château in Litomysl and a visit to Podebrady Castle.
