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The jewel in the Czech Republic’s crown of attractions is its breathtaking, medieval capital city - Prague. Generations of artists, revolutionaries, authors and lovers have taken inspiration from the fairytale beauty of its architecture, and then were compelled to leave more permanent marks on the cityscape. If possible, tear yourself away from the delights of the capital to venture deep into the heartlands of the Republic, where you’ll find elegant spa towns nestled in rolling landscapes, ancient and mysterious forests, and magnificent caves to explore.

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Bohemian CarnevaleBohemian Carnevale - In February, Prague celebrates their carnival with a taste of Venetian flair. Colorful street parades fill the streets in the Old Town of Prague during the day, while vaudeville performers grace the stage at the Clam-Gallas palace in the evening.

Czech Beer FestivalCzech Beer Festival - In the Czech Republic, even unknown beers have superior quality. Prague, the capital of the beer nation, has famous breweries and world renowned pubs that offer bohemian specialties, beer, music and dance during the festival.

Pilsen Liberation FestivalPilsen Liberation Festival - This festival commemorates the liberation of the city by U.S. allies at the end of World War II. People come from all over the world to enjoy music, dance, and beer and to meet American veterans of the armed forces.

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Czech Railways (CD) operates 5,900 miles (9,496 kilometers) of state-owned train track and is the main rail provider in the Czech Republic. The main rail station in Prague, Praha Hlavní Nádraží, (abbreviated as Praha hl.), is the Czech hub for international trains to Germany, France, Poland, Hungary, and Romania. CD accepts the variety of Eurail passes.

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Population:10,424,926
Languages:Czech
Currency:Czech koruna (CZK)