Czech Republic
Country facts:
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Languages:
Czech is the official language but English and German are also widely spoken.
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Time zone:
GMT/UTC +1
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Electricity:
230 volts, 50Hz. Round pin plugs with a hole for a male grounding pin are standard. Most sockets also take the standard European two-pin plugs.
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Area:
*
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Population:
10424926
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Currency:
The official currency is the Koruna (Kc), which is divided into 100 haler.
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Religion:
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Government:
Federal Republic
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Phone code:
+420
The Czech Republic has been considered an official country in the year 1993. Found in the central part of Europe, it is made up of two main lands: Moravia and Bohemia, as they were called during the ancient times. If you are someone interested in ancient structures, royal culture, and the like, you'll love this country.
Aside from being famous for its castles, the countless stories about its royal families, and its rich history, the Czech Republic is also known for being 'Beer country' or where Beer was born. Its towns: Ceske Budejovice and Plzen are famous for their breweries. Prague, the capital city, offers a variety of attractions like the Karlovy Vary spa town, the Telc architecture which takes people back to the Renaissance, the Sumava National Park for nature lovers, among others. These are some of the recommended places to visit in the Czech Republic. Interesting events that are worth attending are: St. Sylvester's Eve (New Year), Prague Christmas Markets, and St. Nicholas' Eve.
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