Information about Czech Republic

The Czech Republic is situated at an important crossroad of European cultures. The appearance of Czech cities, residences in the country side, and well-known spas has always been an inspiration for visitors and guests, who have come to this small middle-European country from all corners of the globe.

The Czech Republic, which is the youngest member of the family of European nations, was founded as a result of the separation of the former Czechoslovakian Confederation in 1993.

In 2002 the Czech Republic was invited to join the European Union. The Czech Republic is a regular member of the NATO. Although the country with its 78,864 square kilometers has to be counted to the smaller nations, with regard to its natural beauties and its rich cultural heritage it can be seen, without exaggerating, as a super power.

The Czech Republic has 10,300,000 inhabitants. Its territory consists, historically speaking, of Bohemia, Moravia and a part of Silesia. The modern administration consists of 14 territorial unities, being led by the self-government of the respective district each.

Coordinates::

12 - 19° East, 48.5 - 51° North

Capital:

Prague

Time Zone:

Central European Time (Greenwich Mean Time + 1 hour)

Land use:

Wood 33.3%, Agriculture 43.4%, Meadows 11.0% Other 12.3%

Currency:

The currency of the Czech Republic is the Czech crown
1 Euro = ~30 CZK 1 Pound = ~43 CZK

When you stay longer in the Czech Republic it is advised to have Czech crowns at your disposal. When exchanging in private exchange booths it is advised to compare the respective exchange rates as well as the charges.

Euro cheques and credit cards are common means of payment. In areas close to the border as well as in many other cities the Euro is accepred, too.