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Explore the captivating Czech Republic, a country with a population of approximately 10 million, known for its stunning capital city, Prague, and rich historical significance. From the iconic Charles Bridge to UNESCO sites, immerse yourself in its vibrant culture, including unique traditions like Easter whips and Christmas feasts. Experience the hearty Czech cuisine featuring dumplings and savory soups. Tour through picturesque towns such as Opava and admire the beautiful Moravian-Silesian region. Join us on a journey through this enchanting European nation!
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Czech republic The heart of Europe
France 12 – 19 October 2013 Wales 08 – 15 February 2014 Hungary 05 – 12 April 2014 Poland 20 – 27 September 2014 Romania 08 – 15 November 2014 CzechRep. 10 – 17 January 2015 Bulgaria 28 Febr – 07 March 2015 Slovakia 18 – 25 April 2015
Basic information • ± 10 million citizens • Language – Czech • Money - Czech crown • 26 Czech crowns = 1€ • Part of EU • Czechoslovakia (1918 – 1993)
Capital city: Prague • ± 1,2 million citizens • Vltava • A lot of historical sights • UNESCO
Famous people Václav Havel Miloš Forman Jaromír Jágr
Czech habits • Easter • Whips, Easter eggs • Mikuláš • On the 6th of December • Christmas • Christmas dinner – potato salad and a carp • Decorated Christmas tree • Ježíšek
Czech cuisine • Heavy, filling, meat dishes • Two or more courses • Soups: potato soup, garlic and chicken noodle soup • Dumplings: bread, potato or fruit dumplings
Touring the country • Karlova Studánka • Lednice-Valtice complex • Rožnov pod Radhoštěm • Hradec nad Moravicí • Vítkovice
Opava • ± 67 000 citizens • Cultural centre of Silesia • City hall – Hláska – symbol of Opava
Mendel‘sGrammarSchool • J.G.Mendel (1822-1884) – scientist • ± 800 students • 8 years/4 years
Thank you for your attention! Czech delegation