The Czech Republic is a small state located in the central part of Europe, almost in its very heart. Despite its relatively small size, it is one of the most economically and industrially developed countries.
Geographic location
In the north, the Czech Republic borders with Poland, in the east - with Slovakia, in the south lies its border with Austria, and on the western and northern sides - with Germany. Czech lands are divided into three administrative regions: Czech Republic, Moravia and Silesia. They also have cities that are the centers of these regions - Prague, Brno and Ostrava, respectively. They are the largest cities in the Czech Republic. The geographical position relative to other countries is quite close. For example, from Prague to Berlin, the distance is 351 km, and to Vienna - 312 km.
The total length of the Czech borders is 2303 km. The country's population is 10.2 million people. The official currency of the country is Czech koruna. Almost one tenth of the total Czech population lives in the capital - 1.2 million people. Other largest cities in the Czech Republic are Pilsen, Usti nad Labem, Brno, Ostrava.
Czech Republic: geographical location and nature
In the central part of the Czech Republic there are plains, and mountains are located along the borders of the country. In the north-western part there is the Krušné mountain range, in the east - the Eagle Mountains, in the Southeast - the Carpathians, and in the north - the Giant Mountains. In the west is the Czech forest. In the south and southwest are the Šumava Mountains.
A large number of forests is located both in the central territory of the country and in the mountains. Environmental protection is one of the main political directions that the Czech Republic implements. The geographical position and climate of the country are favorable conditions for the growth of vast forests and parks. There are 1351 national parks in the Czech Republic. Of these, three are the largest reserves of the country. Their territory is ecologically clean, and therefore tourists from all over the planet flock here to relax.
Czech climate
A favorable climate is another advantage that the Czech Republic has. The geographical position determines moderate and mild weather. In summer, the temperature is about 21 degrees. In winter, precipitation usually does not occur. The temperature may drop to a maximum of -15 degrees, however, such fluctuations are considered abnormal and occur no more than once every decade. Most often, winter temperatures are around zero.
Major waterways
The largest rivers are the Vltava and Elba. Their location is directly Czech Republic. The geographical location of other rivers - the Morava and Dyje - refers to Moravia. In the country there is also a huge number of ponds and lakes. Everywhere you can see the dams, where there are reservoirs with reserves of drinking water. Often near them are holiday homes and recreational areas. For example, Lipno and Orlik.
Another reason why there are a large number of world-class resorts in the Czech Republic is the rich variety of mineral waters. One of the most visited mineral spas in the Czech Republic is the famous Karlovy Vary. And the city of Karlovy Vary, like Prague, is very attractive for tourists due to its attractions. In the past, Peter I, Turgenev, Gogol, Chopin, Tchaikovsky and others came here to rest.
Economy
Both the heavy and chemical industries, as well as the light and food, are the sources of income available to the Czech Republic. The geographic location of the country also allows mining. In the mountains there are many deposits of precious stones. The tourism industry is another area through which the Czech Republic carries out economic growth. The geographical location (a photo of Karlovy Vary itself is known to every traveler) every year attracts travelers and those who want to improve their health. At a high level is agriculture.
The legend of the formation of the Czech state
The Czech state was first formed at the end of the 9th century. Then on its territory began to unite the Slavic tribes. The first princely family on the Czech throne were Przemysłowicz. An ancient legend tells about its beginning. The people were brought to the territory of the Czech Republic by a forefather named Czech. He ruled the country for a long time and reasonably. After his death, the rule passed into the hands of one of his three daughters, whose name was Libushe.
Like her sisters, Libushe was a wise and glorious ruler. However, then the men in the country rebelled that they were ruled by a woman. They demanded that Libushe choose a husband. Then the girl told them to go along the road, and brought to her a plowman, whom they would see on the second day of the journey. Everything happened according to the prophetess, and the first prince of the Czech Republic was the plowman Przemysl.