Czech Republic: Bohemian Heritage and Beer Culture

The Czech Republic, in Central Europe, is known for its medieval castles, rich beer tradition, and beautiful capital Prague. Czechs invented pilsner beer and consume more beer per capita than any other nation.

Prague, with its Gothic and Baroque architecture, astronomical clock, and Charles Bridge, is one of Europe's most beautiful cities. The Czech lands (Bohemia and Moravia) have a rich cultural history, producing writers like Franz Kafka and Milan Kundera, and composers like Dvořák and Smetana.

After peacefully separating from Slovakia in 1993's "Velvet Divorce," the Czech Republic has developed a strong economy with manufacturing, technology, and tourism sectors. Czech glass, porcelain, and craftsmanship maintain centuries-old traditions of quality.