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Český Krumlov, Czech Republic
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Český Krumlov (German: Krummau an der Moldau) is a small, well-preserved city in South Bohemia, in the Czech Republic. The city is well known for its beautiful architecture and art, best seen within its old town, which is today a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Guide to Český Krumlov Hotels
Here's a list of hotels in Český Krumlov that you can book online, with full description, star rating, address, location map, evaluation, and prices as offered by different booking sites. This helps you to make your room booking with the site that offers the best price.
Široká Street, Český Krumlov
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More on Český Krumlov
Český Krumlov covers 22.16 sq km (8.56 sq mi) and has a population of 14,000 people (2011 estimate). It is 492 m (1,614 ft) above sea level, on a sharp bend of the Vltava river. Within the Old Town is its market square, surrounded by important historic buildings such as the Church of St Vitus and the Town Hall. Across the river is Krumlov Castle and the Latrán neighborhood.The history of Český Krumlov goes back to the 13th century, when a settlement was established on the Vltava River. The resulting town was the property of the House of Rosenberg until purchased by Emperor Rudolf II in 1602.
Široká Street, Český Krumlov
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Český Krumlov became part of Czechoslovakia since after the First World War. During the Second World War, it was annexed by Nazi Germany and made part of Sudetenland. When the war ended, the town's German population was expelled, and it returned to Czechoslovak rule, which continued until the Velvet Revolution of 1989.
Today Český Krumlov is a popular tourist destination favored by tourists in Germany and Austria.
Visiting Český Krumlov
The fastest and most practical way to reach from other cities in the Czech Republic is by bus, which is often cheaper and faster than the train.
Budějovická Gate, Český Krumlov
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Places of Interest in Český Krumlov
- Castle Theater
Well-preserved Baroque theater within Krumlov Castle. It was built in 1767 on the site of an earlier theater. Its ceiling has exquisite murals. A 30-year refurbishment of the theater returns it to its 18th century splendor. - Church of St Vitus
Built on the site of an earlier church, the imposing church of St Vitus dates to the early 15th century. It is one of the oldest examples of net vaulting in Europe. - Egon Schiele Centrum
Gallery exhibiting the works of the Austrian artist who lived in Český Krumlov in 1911. The building was formerly a brewery. - Krumlov Castle
The second biggest castle in the Czech Republic after Prague Castle. - Latrán
One of the old quarters of Český Krumlov. This was once the neighborhood of craftsmen and merchants. - Náměstí Svornosti
The town hall of Český Krumlov, located on the northern side of the market square. It was built in the mid-15th century. - Ulice Horní
Street in the old town of Český Krumlov with a number of beautiful historic buildings. There was a city gate at the end of the street. It was demolished in 1839.
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