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The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Central Bohemian Region, Bohemia
The Central Bohemian Region (Czech: Středočeský kraj) is an administrative unit (Czech: kraj) of the Czech Republic, located in the central part of its historical region of Bohemia. Its administrative center is placed in the Czech capital Prague (Czech: Praha), which lies in the center of the region. The city is not, however, a part of it and creates a region of its own.
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1. Svata Hora
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5.0 based on 53 reviews
This hilltop shrine features a well-known statue of the Virgin Mary and a magnificent basilica filled with priceless frescoes and paintings.
2. Lidice Memorial
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5.0 based on 183 reviews
Reviewed By helenandpaul13 - Worcester, United Kingdom
I went here with my wife for the day, leaving the little one back at the hotel. We took the train and bus (No 300) from Prague. It only takes about 20 minutes on the bus. Just remember to look out for the memorial on your left as the bus climbs the hill and let the drive know, else you will miss your stop and the bus will carry on to the next village. After we got off the bus we passed a couple of burger vans (private industry) then walked down towards the memorial. There is surprisingly a lot to do here and we began by looking at the statues around the memorial itself. With the fountain in front of you the carving on the left has the children being saved after the war. On the right is a carving of the horror that happened here. Further to the right is a small exhibition room with various artefacts rescued from the village as well as photos and records of the people who lived here. One of the most moving is the childrens maths exercise book, with the last record being of the day before the massacre. At the bottom of the memorial itself is an image of a hologram showing how the village used to look before it was destroyed. It is now a well maintained area dropping towards the other memorials below. As you walk down the hill you will pass the single stone from the house where the Gestapo were housed during their time here. You pass the memorial on the right to the 82 children murdered, the statue has 82 children on it, there is a mass grave on the left of the adult males murdered as well as a memorial to the adult women killed too. As you walk up the other side of the slope you can see the remnants of the old church (St Martins) and the school with the cemetery at the far side. There are other statues here including the crying woman with the child standing outside the school. From the cemetery look back up the hill to the memorial and think of what was previously here. After we walked back towards the memorial we dropped down some steps to see the old fire engine which has been completely restored. The story goes that when the Germans came the fire engine was loaned out elsewhere so it survived the destruction. We then went into a building on the right above the fire engine where there is a further exhibition. We paid 130 crowns for two adults and we walked through an entrance first towards a seated area showing a short film, before moving onto the exhibition itself. You are not allowed to take photos here which is very apt. The exhibits are number from about 1 - 9 with a short film at the end showing stories of children who survived the war and returned here. The exhibits were haunting and showed the contempt of the Germans for the Czech people, the assassination of Heydrich and the reprisals towards Lidice (pronounced Liditsa). When the germans arrived there was no warning and the villagers were murdered without any trial or explanation. The men were killed, the women and children were taken away and later separated. The women were later murdered as were the vast majority of the children. Afterwards the village was blown up and everything removed. We had to sit down for a while afterwards, particularly after listening to the testimony of the children. After we left the exhibition we walked across the memorial towards the car park and visited the memorial garden to the left. This again is very well maintained. After this we carried on down the road into the new village where there is an art gallery and a small restaurant serving meals and teas and coffees. This is about 1000 yards on from the memorial itself. After eating here we took a walk back to the old village memorial for a final look round before walking back up towards the bus stop. We thought we might be here for an hour or two but the whole visit lasted most of the day. It was a haunting experience and one not to be missed. It will remain in the memory for many years. For those visiting here you should combine it with a visit to the church of St Cyril in Prague, which provides more information about operation Anthropoid.
3. Pruhonice Park
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5.0 based on 268 reviews
Pruhonice Park and Castle, classified as part of the Historic Centre of Prague - UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992, is one of the crown jewels of the Czech Republic's national historical parks and an exceptional example of a European landscape park of this style. Covering an area of approximately 250 hectares, the park has a privileged location just 15 kilometres southeast of Prague, making it easily accessible and a perfect destination for either a sunny afternoon or a long weekend. Pruhonice Park is home to 1,600 different kinds of plants, including 8,000 rhododendrons (one of the largest collection in the world) and a unique 3-hectar Alpinum, as well as ponds and streams, 25 kilometers of pathways and a beautiful castle complex with its old church dating from 12th century. This rich combination of natural, cultural, and scenic values, together with a host of exceptional scientific and recreational opportunities, makes Pruhonice Park and Castle an inspiring example of Earth's most important heritage and perhaps Prague best getaway.Nowadays, Pruhonice Park is part of the Institute of Botany of the ASCR, one of the research institutes of the Academy of Science of the Czech Republic, that besides to conduct fundamental research on species, populations and communities of plants, is the organization responsible for its management and maintenance.
Reviewed By RDCononver - Flanders, United States
I arrived in Pruhonice quite early and after leaving my baggage at the hotel wanted to spend a few hours walking and the park seemed ideal. I’m glad I did, not much else in the center of town aside from restaurants and a spa. I could have spent many more hours walking the paths and just relaxing after a long flight. I recommend the exhibitions in the castle where you can look quickly or dive in deep. I learned about various trees, food crops, gardens, and a variety of vegetation. Much is in Czech, German, and English. The yellow trail is fastest and the easiest, red and blue are longer and have more hills. I did a combination and it’s easy to shorten any of the walks if pressed for time. All the photos I’ve posted are from along the yellow path or courtyard. I may return tomorrow as it was just a great way to unwind and relax.
4. Dendrologicka Zahrada
5. Chocolate Museum & Chocolaterie Kutna Hora
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5.0 based on 78 reviews
Visit our small museum of Kutná Hora chocolate factory Koukol&Michera (also called Lidka), which used to be one of the most famous in Europe. Taste the best chocolates from the chocolate manufactury - made with love from cocoa beans in the Czech Republic, winners of Academy of Chocolate. Experience great atmosphere!
Reviewed By ErinM4025 - Greenville, United States
The chocolate was high quality, delicious, and came in milk, dark of many varieties, and some white. The owner was very friendly and had lots of tasty samples for us to try. Don’t miss the hot chocolate!
6. Ceske Muzeum Stribra
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4.5 based on 316 reviews
Hradek mentioned as early as 1312, is a fortified castle-palace of the town type. Nowadays it is the seat of the main exposition of the Czech Museum of Silver. The museum offers two tours and the main attraction is a visit to an authentic medieval silver mine.
Reviewed By RHtravels - Rocky Hill, United States
We enjoyed learning about the history of silver mining in Kutna Hora and the difficult job that miners had. The tour was informative and an excellent example of the claustrophobic conditions that the miners had to endure. I am definitely glad that they outfitted us with helmets since I whacked my head several times during the tour.
7. The Cemetery Church of All Saints with the Ossuary
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4.5 based on 3,358 reviews
This Gothic church, located in the middle of a cemetery, dates from the end of the 13th century; in 1698, it was rebuilt in the Baroque style. Sedlec ossuary, a small chapel located in the graveyard of the Church of All Saints, is decorated with the bones of more than 40,000 people.
Reviewed By keepit_Bhutiful - Jodhpur, India
It was quite a unique experience, there are 9 bone chapels in Europe. It has a great history behind it. The church is decorated with bones and skulls. IT is creepy and fascinating at the same time to see and walk around the church. It is a must visit and is hardly an hour drive from Prague.
8. Krivoklat Castle
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4.5 based on 217 reviews
First built as a hunting lodge, this castle became famous as a dungeon for political prisoners in the 12th century.
Reviewed By marketGra - Prague, Czech Republic
Purfect, really. Kids now 8 and 9 years and they mad a long tour about 80 minutes. Our tour guide was a professional who made interested even the kids with questions or crown jewelry... Very nice autumn trip.
9. Vltava River
10. SKODA Museum
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4.5 based on 342 reviews
Reviewed By Eric_loves_trips - Singapore, Singapore
A very comprehensive museum that tells the history of Skoda with detailed information (there’s English translation so you Wun be lost), and it’s extensive car display. Highly recommended if you could email the museum in advance to book a factory tour n guide - the factory guide is interesting and really give u a real visual of the car assembly line.
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