Czech Republic
Thursday, 20 Jul 2006 16:08
The Czech Republic is described as the crossroads of European cultures, boasting grand, gothic architecture and relaxed spa towns, across its historical regions of Bohemia, Moravia and Silesia. There is also the vibrant nightlife to be enjoyed in cities like Prague.
Capital – Prague
Major cities - Ceske Budejovice, Pilsner and Brno
Major resorts – Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad) and Pec pod Snezkou
Time Zone – GMT +1
Languages – Czech. To learn the basics of Czech visit
www.bohemica.com
Czech Republic currency - Czech Republic uses Czech Republic Koruny. 1HKD is worth around two pence. For up-to-date exchange rates see:
www.xe.com/ucc.