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Country Report Czech Republic The Czech Republic is a country in Central Europe. It became a member of the EU in May 2004. Since May 2016 the official short name of the country is Czechia. The capital and the biggest city is Prague with a population of over 1.2 million people.

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Numbers: About 10.6 million people live there. The Czech Republic covers an area of 78,866 square kilometres. The currency is the Czech Crown - CZK. â‚Ź is about 5 CZK. The Czech Republic has one of the lowest crime rates in Europe. The Global Peace Index in 2016 ranks the Czech Republic as the sixth safest place to live on earth. https://thefactfile.org/czech-republic-facts/

Language: People speak Czech. The U. S. Foreign Institute ranks it as the second most difficult language to learn (see factfile).

Climate: a mostly temperate continental climate and oceanic climate. The temperature in various parts of Czech Republic depends on the height.

Landscape: The western part, Bohemia, is a lowland plain. The Elbe flows there. The rivers of Czech Republic flow to the Baltic Sea (Odra), the North Sea ( Elbe) or the Black Sea ( Danube).

There are mostly low mountain ranges: the Carpathian, Ore, Sudetic and the Sumarva mountains in the southwest. The highest point is Mt. Snezka in the Sudetic Mountains with 1,603 m. The Eastern part, Moravia, is hilly. https://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/europe/czechrepublic/czland.htm

Industry: automotive and transport engineering, machine engineering, mining, chemical industry, food processing, also tourism http://www.czech.cz/en/Business/Economic-facts/Main-pillars-of-Czech-industry

Agriculture: The principal crops are grains (wheat, rye, barley, oats, and corn), which support the Czech Republic's dozens of small breweries.

Others: oilseeds, sugar beets, potatoes, and apples At 166 liters (44 gallons) per person, the Czech Republic is the world's highest per capita beer-consuming nation. There is a long tradition of brewing in the Czech Republic; some of the world's oldest brands were invented there. After Germany, the Czech Republic is Europe's largest producer of hops; production in 1999 was 6,000 tons. https://www.nationsencyclopedia.com/Europe/Czech-Republic-AGRICULTURE.html UNESCO World Heritage There are 12 World Cultural Heritage Sites in the Czech Republic. The historic centre of Prague is on the list since 1992. Prague Castle is the largest in Europe with more than 700 hundred rooms.

Czech Republic is the castle capital of the world. There are over 2,000 castles and castle ruins in the country. https://everything-everywhere.com/travel-czech-republic/ other sources: Wikipedia, Simple English Wikipedia

Prague: Where to stay Hostel Fontana -free Wi-Fi at booking.com http://hostel-fontana.prague-hotels.org/de/

dorm 10 € a night

Czech Inn, Francouzská 240/76, 101 00 Praha,

dorm about 4 €

Prices may vary depending on season and day Check on tripadvisor

https://www.czech-inn.com/

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Plus Prague Hostel, Přívozní , 7 Praha 7 dorm 12 € 2-Stars –Hotel with a little indoor pool and sometimes live music, 5 km from the castle

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HOTELS IN PRAGUE (CZECH REPUBLIC)

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PRESIDENT HOTEL PRAGUE - Náměstí Curieových 1/100 110 00 Praha 1, Czech Republic - 0.4km from the city center - A luxury hotel, it has 5 stars.

This modern business hotel is located on the banks of the Vltava River, right in the historic center of Prague. Guests have free access to the hotel's wellness center.

Rooms at the President are spacious and elegant, with air conditioning, a minibar, a seating area and satellite TV. They also offer views of Prague Castle, the river or the historic center. https://www.hotelpresident.cz/

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HOTEL RESIDENCE TABOR - Zizkov Táboritská 4, Praga, 13000 Praha 3, Czech Republic - 2.6 km from the city center - It has 3 stars.

Residence Tabor is equipped with an electronic fire alarm system, a video surveillance system and a chip system for check-in and check-out.

Guests at Residence Tabor can enjoy the summer terrace, the breakfast room and the conference room.

The Hotel provides 24-hours front desk, currency exchange service, free Wi-Fi and ticket service. The shuttle service to and from the airport needs to be arranged in advance and is available for a surcharge.

Residence Tabor has a private parking (for surcharge). https://www.residencetaborhotel.com

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ASTORIA HOTEL PRAGUE - Rybna 680/10 110 00 Praha 1, Czech Republic - 0.3 km from the city center - It has 4 stars.

The hotel offers the following services: 80 comfortable rooms, free Wi-Fi in public areas and all rooms, free PC in lobby for Internet, free luggage storage, concierge, porterage, parking in a guarded garage 20 meters from hotel at the rate 25 EUR per car/night, hotel transfer from the airport 33 EUR max. 3 people, hotel transfer from the train station 15 EUR max. 3 people, laundry service and check-in from 2 p.m., checkout 12 noon. https://www.hotelastoria.cz/es/

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GRAND MAJESTIC PLAZA - Truhlářská 16, 110 00 Prague 1, Czech Republic - 0.7 km from the city center - It has 4 stars.

It offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi and free tea and coffee facilities. The modern rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a minibar, a safe, a desk and a flat-screen satellite TV. Guests can enjoy delicious cuisine at the Atrio open-plan restaurant, which has a seating area in the interior courtyard. A buffet breakfast is also served. The Grand Lounge Café offers cocktails and appetizers in a marble dining room, decorated with a fountain illuminated with colors. On the other hand, the property offers free Wi-Fi in all public areas and an internet corner next to the reception, which is open 24 hours a day.

The Grand Majestic is just 350 meters from the Palladium shopping center. The nearest metro station, located in the Republic Square, is just a 5-minute walk away. https://www.hotel-grandmajestic.cz/

If you still haven´t found what you are dreaming of, look here: https://www.prague.eu/en/objects/accommodation

The best restaurants for eat in Prague are: -Cocoa,Indian By Nature I and Sad Ma ’s To gue Bar a d Bistro CACAO is a restaurant that has healthy and European food,also coffee. https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g274707-d6751100-Reviews-CacaoPrague_Bohemia.html -SPECIAL DIETS: Vegetarian options,Vegan options and Gluten-free options.

-FOODS: Meals,dinner,breakfast,Brunch,late night and drinks.

INDIAN BY NATURE I is a restaurant that has the best Indian food. Also has the certificate of Excellence Winner 2016-2018. https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g274707-d3448223-ReviewsIndian_By_Nature_I-Prague_Bohemia.html -SPECIAL DIETS: Vegetarian options,Vegan options and Gluten-free options.

-FOODS: Meals and dinner.

SAD MAN’S TONGUE BAR AND BISTRO is a restaurant that has International and European food,also Pub.Also,has the Certificate of Excellence Winner 2018. https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g274707-d10820086-ReviewsSad_Man_s_Tongue_Bar_Bistro-Prague_Bohemia.html -SPECIAL DIETS: Only Vegetarian options.

-FOODS: Meals,dinner, late night and drinks.

The food is good and the best is the service.This restaurant is cheaper than the others two.

-TYPICAL DISHES: KULADJA:It’s a crea y soup

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KNEDLÍKY:There are balls of flour made of potatoes or bread crumbs.

GOULASH:It is made of veal and a stew with different types of peppers and spices.

VEPRO KNEDLO ZELO:Roast pork with pasta and cabbage.

DESSERTS:The most popular cake is called medovnik,made with honey,flour,eggs,sweetned condensed milk and ground walnuts.

Trdelník:It is a mass of waffle cooked with fruit inside and almonds.They put a caramelized crust on top.

Prague: Where to eat or shop for food Cafe Imperial Na Poříčí , Praha , For breakfast, lunch, cakes

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Cafe Louvre Národní 22 Prague 1, 110 00 +420 724 054 055 , +420 224 930 949

Link to the menu: https://www.cafelouvre.cz/en/food-drink

Lokál Dlouhá 33, 110 00 Prague 1 Dlouhá 33, Praha 1, +420 222 316 , Míšeňská , Praha , + .

K Verneráku 70/1, Praha 4, +420 244 467 448.

Nad Královskou oborou 232/31, Praha 7, +420 220 912 319, www.ambi.cz

V Zatisi Address: Liliova 216/1, Stare mesto, Prague 110 00, Czech Republic, number: +420 222 221 155 Menu https://www.vzatisi.cz/en/menu/a-la-carte Prices: 2 Person kc = €

Pizzeria Cerreto Sokolovska 195/972 | Prague 9, Prag 19000, Czech Republic number: +420 266 312 266 1 Person kc= € Link to the menu: https://www.cerreto.cz/en/menu

Supermarkets in Prague The main supermarket chains are Albert, Billa and Tesco, but you will also find Lidl and Kaufland. Albert Address: NaMůstku 16 11000 Praha 1 800 402 402

PRAGUE

THINGS TO DO IN PRAGUE‌ Prague is a small city, but there are many things to do because it is a city with a lot of history. First of all you can visit the Charles Bridge. This bridge crosses a large river called Vltava, the largest river in the Czech Republic.

The bridge is the most visited in Prague due to the time it has been built, its main function is to pass the river, formerly it froze but due to climate change no longer

The Prague astronomical clock was built in the sixteenth century and is located in the Old Town Square in Prague. At the passage of each hour the 12 saints come to receive the new hour.

In winter time, the square at Christmas is decorated with a large Christmas tree and lights. In addition, there is a market selling sausages and Trdelnik.

There, it is typical to eat a sweet called Trdelnik, a kind of sweet batter baked in sugar that is delicious. The Trdelnik are eaten with a filling of whatever you want or without it. They are sold in stalls and in specific stores.

It is also important to visit the national museum of Prague,

And finally it is essential to visit the Prague Castle, located on top of a mountain

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Prague 1. The castle is the largest ancient castle in the world. It is 570 meters long and and about 130 eters wide. Prague Castle Pražský hrad) is also one of the most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Czech Republic. You can see the old fortifications, old cathedrals and churches, historic towers and gatehouses. It was established in the 10th century You should also visit the Royal Garden, dating back to 1534

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2. Explore the Old Town Square. The square itself is the perfect place to admire the wonderful architecture Prague has to offer and here will certainly keep you entertain the various street performers, musicians and merchants.

3. You can watch the Astronomical Clock Strike an Hour.

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4. The old Powder Tower (Prasná brána) was built in the 15th century as one of the main entrances to the city.

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5. The Infant Jesus of Prague is Located in the Mala Strana in the heart of the city. It is a 16th-century Roman Catholic wax-coated wooden statue. The original statue of the Infant Jesus of Prague was created as a royal wedding gift from a Spanish Princess to her Austrian royal cousin.You can pay a visit to this shrine.

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Most of worthwhile sites in Prague can be experienced for free or not much money at all. The urre y i the Cze h Repu li is the Cze h Koru a Kč .       

Old Town Bridge Tower – 100 Kč Old Town Hall – 250 Kč Walking Across the Charles Bridge – Free Watch the Astronomical Clock do its thing: Free Explore Letna Park: Free New building of the National Museum – 200 Kč For a list of Prague Museums and prices, click here http://www.myczechrepublic.com/prague/prague_museums.html

Check also: Three days in Prague http://www.myczechrepublic.com/prague/sightseeing/itinerary.html Guides, sights and attactions: https://www.justapack.com/prague-travel-guide/ https://www.planetware.com/prague/prague-castle-cz-pr-pc.htm

Prague transport How to get to Prague:

By foot

By car

Not really recommendable from Spain‌‌

By public transport

To travel by train, there are two main routes.

1 Alicante (Spain) - Barcelona (Spain) - Paris (France) - Mannheim (Germany) Prague (Czech Republic) 2 Alicante (Spain) - Barcelona (Spain) - Zurich (Switzerland) - Prague (Czech Republic)

In the city Metro The Prague metro network consists of 3 lines designated by letters and differentiated by colour: Colour Green - line A Colour Yellow - line B Colour Red - line C The transfer stations are Muzeum (lines A and C), Můstek (line A and B), Florenc (lines B and C).

The metro operates daily from 5 a.m. until 12 o'clock. Trains run every 2-3 minutes on week days peak hours and every 4-10 minutes outside ofpeak hours.

Trams They run daily from 4:30 in the morning until midnight. Night trams are lines 51 to 59, in 30-minute intervals.

The trans-shipment of night-time lines is Lazarská. Each tram has his schedule.

Warning: the tram always takes precedence inregarding the pedestrian zebra crossings!

Bus Daily and night operation of buses is similar to the tram. The 501, 513 lines provide night service. Each bus has its schedule Funicular Petřín Hill funicular railway runs along the line Újezd - Nebozízek Petřín. The funicular operates daily from 9 am to 23:30 h (April - October) and from 9 to 23:20 h (November - March) leaving at intervals of 10 to 15 minutes.

Prague's public transport rates You can only travel on public transport with a valid ticket. Passengers must purchase their ticket before Board the vehicle or entering the metro.

The ticket is valid only if it is marked in the validation machine. Tickets can be purchased at some metro stations. or the transport company information centres (Dopravní podnik),Hotels, points of sale of press, travel agencies, shopping centres, etc.

You can buy individual tickets at machines vending on metro stations and along with some stations of the surface transport.

Getting around Prague You can find all important info on http://www.dpp.cz/en/transport-around-prague/ Prague Public Transport The Prague City Transport Authority (Dopravni Podnik – DP Praha) network covers the whole city of Prague and includes trams, city buses and metro. There are three metro lines (Agreen, B-yellow, C-red). They run from 5 am to midnight daily every 3-10 minutes.

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adult persons over 15 years 32, - CZK short term tickets Adult persons over 15 years 24, - CZK ticket for 1 day (24 hours) 110, - CZK – 3 days ticket (72 hours) 310, - CZK

You get a reduction if you have an international student card and if you are 15 – 26 years old (high school ad university). For big luggage you also need a ticket.

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Right: ticket machine. The most important thing is the right number Tariff zones The area of the capital Prague is divided into the tariff zones P and 0 (in total the area of the city of Prague is counted as 4 tariff zones). Zone P has a double tariff value and zone 0 is subdivided into zones 0 and B (zone of border stops).

Zone P includes the metro, tram, urban buses (lines Nos. 100 - 299 and 501 - 599), the a leway to the Petřín Laurenzi erg , ferries and sele ted se tions of the railway.

Zones 0 and B include the suburban buses (lines nos. 300 - 399 and 601 - 620) in the territory of the capital city of Prague and selected railway sections.

You can download the map here: https://www.introducingprague.com/tram

Advice: Tram 22 Visitors will find this tram to be the most useful when getting to Prague’s top attractions.

Besides, it provides breath-taking views of the city along its route. The tram runs through HradÄ?any, passing by the National Theatre and stopping at Prague Castle, Loreta and Strahov Monastery.

Keep in mind that there are often pickpockets on this line since this route is very popular among tourists. It is important to keep a close eye on your belongings. https://www.introducingprague.com/tram

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Transport in Prague Introduction 1.- How to move in Prague.

2.- Different types of transport and how much it cost.

3.- Is it safe/fast?

Information Prague is one of the most advanced cities when we talk about transports. Prague has one of the best public transportation systems in Europe. If you had to move anywhere, Prague will help us to do it.

Like another countries , Prague has different types of transport, depending what you need you will need one or another transport and pay different prices. Here you have a guide of public transports and prices: Public Transport Tickets (valid on Metro/trams/buses)

Adults & Students

Seniors 70+yrs

Children 10-15yrs

Children 0-9 yrs

(must carry a passport or photo ID)

(must carry a passport or photo ID)

(6yrs+ must carry a passport or photo ID)

Single Ticket for 90 minutes travel

32czk

free

16czk

free

Single Ticket for 30 minutes travel

24czk

free

12czk

free

1-Day Pass (24 hours)

110czk

free

55czk

free

3-Day Pass (72 hours)

310czk

free

310czk

free

1-Month Pass

670czk

free

670czk

free

There are road infrastructure so efficient which gonna take you to any point in the city safety and the fastest that it can.

For more dudes, search here: https://www.pragueexperience.com/travel/public-transport.asp

Prague Budget Planning Getting Around 

Day ticket 110kc/ 4,30 €

What to see/ to do  Old town  Prague Castle 350kc/ 5, 48 €

 Prague Astronomical clock  Charles Bridge Where to eat     

Café Imperial Café louvre Lidl (Supermarket) Tesco (Supermarket) Billa Supermarket) (individual)

Where to stay 

Hostel Fontana 10 € for one night

About 1

€ for days, per day 33,25 €

Excerpt from an interview with Stephan Delbos by David Vaughan This is a poe y Ka il Bouška. It s alled The Vel et Re olutio a d it s the first poe i the last section of the anthology, which is from 1990 to 2010. I think what we see here is that the poet is writing from a much more personal stance – a out the Vel et Re olutio : The Velvet Revolution Agai I ru i g do the s hool hall ay, a long shadow on the green-gold linoleum.

Fluores e t lighti g uzzes a o e the hildre s heads.

Someone has stuck a tricolor on my sweater ith a pi . Te years old, I ru i g to the loak roo , I looki g for y i ter oat, I looki g for shoes a d the outside door.

Waking prolongs the dream with the death image.

I remember – velvet had the black and white color of the crowds on the television screen. Actors and the role of a lifetime: big words, agai i o e t. Politi ia s did t eed politics, only the market – free tinsel tight around the Christmas tree of the republic. Almost the whole government was at the airport when Frank Zappa landed.

Except the teachers kept wearing heavy rings, skirts below the knees, perms and with thin lips they re ited to the lass: …dis ipli ary a tio is take y lass tea hers for i su ordi atio a d i appropriate eha ior…

They kept it up another four years and maybe more.

Agai I ru i g do the s hool hallway, I thread a long shadow through the glass door.

The wind carried lunch bags around the courtyard and an invisible hand is dragging me from schoolwork to history. [tra s. Stepha Del os a d Filip Še k] That’s a surprisi gly u -euphoric poem about the Velvet Revolution and the fall of co u is …

Yes, it is. I elie e Bouška as or i 979 – so he was 10 years old at the time. It is uneuphoric and from a very personal or private point of view rather than a public point of view.

I think this is one of the big changes in Czech poets writing about this city in the course of the th e tury.

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