Tag: “Czech Republic”

32 places found.

  1. Sedlec Ossuary

    The bones of 40,000 plague victims are creatively displayed in the basement of this church, located about an hour from Prague, Czech Republic. A family crest, a 4-foot high chalice and a skeletal chandelier among the highlights.

  2. Charles Bridge

    The Charles Bridge is one of the most popular sights in Prague. It connects the Old Town to the Malá Strana and is prone to extreme tourist traffic jams.

  3. Prague, Main Square

    Stare Namesty in Prague is one of the most beautiful if not the most beautiful old town square in Europe.

  4. Prague Castle

    Prague Castle (Czech: Pražský hrad) is a castle in Prague where the Czech kings, Holy Roman Emperors and presidents of Czechoslovakia and the Czech Republic have had their offices. The Czech Crown Jewels are kept here.

  5. Staré Město

    Old Town (Czech: Staré Město) is the original place of settlement of Prague, Czech Republic. It was separated from the outside by a semi-circular moat and wall, connected to the Vltava at both of its ends.

  6. Terezin Prison

    Theresienstadt concentration camp (often referred to as Terezín) was a Nazi concentration camp during World War II. It was established by the Gestapo in the fortress and garrison city of Terezín, located in what is now the Czech Republic.

  7. National Cemetery

    National Cemetery where 10,000 victims are buried, including 2,386 in individual graves

  8. vernisage

    The vernisage is the flea market held in the main square of the city each weekend.

  9. The hills above Naryn

    The Kyrgyz city of Naryn is located in a valley, and is surrounded by easily accessible hills, foothills and mountains - an excellent place for either a liesurely stroll or a strenuous hike.

  10. The village of Kochkor

    The small village of Kochkor is located on the main road between Lake Issyk-Kul and the city of Naryn. It's a great place to relax for a weekend if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.