Friday 1 February 2019

[ ::: ♥Keep_Mailing♥ ::: ]™ 12 Fairytale Towns in the Czech Republic You Must Visit...

 

Czech Towns

2. Slavonice – a Town of Renaissance

Close to the Austrian border, Slavonice feels it hasn't changed since the 16th-century. The buildings are decorated with delicate carvings, etched into smooth stone, religious icons and royal portraits, as well as magnificent balconies, are all remnants of the town's golden period during the Renaissance.

Czech Towns

 

Czech Towns

3. Telč – a Town of Gables

Selected by UNESCO as an international heritage site for conservation, Telč's town square is indeed a sight to behold.. Surrounded by impressively decorated gables, arched passageways, small cafes, and a renaissance keep, Telč is truly one of the prettiest places you can find in the Czech Republic.

Czech Towns

 

Czech Towns

4. Litomyšl – Beauty Wherever You Turn

It is hard to decide which part of Litomyšl appeals to the eye more: the zgrafitto-adorned castle, the old, colorful town square, the peaceful monastery gardens (with a legendary wish-granting fish statue), the classic alleys or the home of an eccentric painter, who covered his house with spectacular murals. Litomyšl is a place that will vie for your camera at every corner.

Czech Towns

 

Czech Towns

5. Prachatice – 800 Year-Old Magic

Prachatice was founded in the second half of the 13th-century, along a trade route that is partially visible to this very day. This is why this town has a unique atmosphere, which draws you back in time as you stare at the ancient churches, squares, city gates and meandering streets. The town's colorful and decorated buildings add to this quiet town's charm.

Czech Towns

 

Czech Towns

6. Cheb – Centuries-Old Beauty

Cheb is a wonderfully preserved town, sporting real medieval merchant homes, painted in various bright colors and Germanic-style wood decorations. The town is littered with historical remnants, some of which are nearly a thousand years old. If you get to Cheb, walk the streets for a while and take in the magic.

Czech Towns

 

Czech Towns

7. Třeboň – a Romantic Spa Getaway

Třeboň practically begs its visitors to stroll through the streets and alleys. The wealth of Renaissance decorations, picturesque fish ponds, and many spectacular restaurants are merely the backdrop for the town's main attraction: the geothermal spas. Even so, those who don't wish to indulge in spa treatments will still find much pleasure in Třeboň's romantic atmosphere.

Czech Towns

 

Czech Towns

8. Písek – the Golden Town & Ancient Bridge

Since the 12th-century, Písek enjoyed great wealth thanks to the gold deposits in the area. It was also the first town in the Czech Republic to have street lights. The town enjoys many cultural events, and filled with colorful and elaborate architecture. Písek's true pride lies in their 900-year-old bridge, which is the oldest bridge in the Czech Republic.

Czech Towns

 

Czech Towns

9. Jihlava – Home of Gustav Mahler

Mahler, the 19th-century famous composer, grew up in Jihlava, and you can be sure that very little has changed in this town since. These days, you can relish the statues, water fountains, old churches, and snaking alleyways alongside unique attractions such as medieval underground passages. This town is filled with beauty, no matter where you look.

Czech Towns

 

Czech Towns

Czech Towns

 

Czech Towns

11. Františkovy Lázně  – 19th-Century Glory

Despite being "only" 200 years old, Františkovy Lázně  was founded around geothermal springs that make her into a highly-acclaimed spa town. Its well-groomed parks are the perfect addition to the colorful houses, and make for a perfect location to take a stroll in, along the natural fountains, the scents of blossoms, neo-classical pillar avenues, and buildings.

Czech Towns

 

Czech Towns

12. Mikulov – a Pleasure for Both the Eye and Palette

The lush greenery and vineyards, at the bottom of a Baroque-era fort, the town of Mikulov is the perfect place to take a stroll, ending with a glass of fine local wine. In addition to the many events and festivals revolving around fine dining and exquisite wine, walking around the many historical buildings, ancient houses, and elaborate water fountains will nourish anyone's mind and soul.

Czech Towns

 

Czech Towns


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