As well as the city of Prague itself has an abundance of charms to offer, its outskirts have even greater secrets just waiting to be uncovered in the form of stunning castles that have a rich history spanning centuries. This list will highlight the best castles that are located near Prague, that make for the … Read more
Nestled deep within the Czech Republic’s Central Bohemia region, Křivoklát Castle is one of the most fascinating landmarks in the country. With its origins dating back to the 12th century, it has been resided in by a string of royals and important historical figures, and today serves predominantly as a museum and tourist attraction. There … Read more
Karlštejn is a large Gothic castle that stands 19 miles southwest of Prague in the Czech Republic. Thanks to its spectacular appearance, towering on a hilltop above the market town of Karlštejn, and its history as a royal treasury, it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country, attracting some 200,000 visitors … Read more
The Hotel Zamek Luzec is located near the spa town of Karlovy Vary, in the western Bohemia part of the Czech Republic. Karlovy Vary is famous for its numerous thermal springs and the riverside spa district. During my recent trip to the Czech Republic, I stayed for two days at this hotel with my girlfriends. … Read more
Rubezahl Castle Hotel is a beautiful castle hotel in the heart of western Bohemia. Marienbad, or Marianske Lazne in Czech, is known for its natural healing thermal springs and wellness retreats. The castle, built in 1903, seamlessly blends past and present, folklore and tradition, relaxation and rejuvenation. Today, after much restoration, it is a member … Read more
Bohemia’s Větrov Castle Hotel, located outside of the textile industrial city of Aš, is one of the oldest historical castles in the Czech Republic. The Old English style manor house is surrounded by 15 hectares of natural park, gardens, springs, and ponds. Aš is two and a half hours west of Prague, and only 45 minutes from … Read more
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic and the largest city in the country, with a population of some 1.3 million people. As the historic capital of Bohemia, Prague has a long history as an important seat of power for a succession of rulers. Arguably the city is the political and economic capital of … Read more
The Czech Republic is famous for many things, such as its beautiful capital city, Prague, and its wonderful beers, but it is also famous for its huge array of incredible and diverse castles. Built in a vast amount of different architectural styles from different historical periods, each with their own unique history, this list will … Read more