Czech+Republic

=**Czech Republic**=

Prime minister (head of government) - Petr Nečas President (head of state) - Václav Klaus
 * Population:** 10,489,970 **Offical Language:** Czech - spoken by 96% of the population
 * Other Languages:** Slovak, German, Polish, and Romany
 * Religion:** 59% unaffiliated, 26.8% Roman Catholic
 * Government:** Multi-party parliamentary representative democratic republic. Major parties include Communist party, Czech Social Democratic Party, and Civic Democratic party.





Where to stay:
**Expensive:** Boscolo Hotel Carolo IV in Prague (EUR 220+) **Unique:** Hotel Ruze in Cesky Krumlov ($245+) **Cheap:** Arpacay Hostel - Includes Internet and breakfast (EUR 10)

Well-Known Foods/Drinks:
** ﻿Things to Do/Attractions: **
 * potato pancakes (bramboráky)
 * meat goulash
 * potato salad with pork schnitzel
 * dumplings
 * pork and cabbage
 * beef sirloin in cream sauce
 * beer beer and more beer
 * Nightlife in the Czech Republic is upbeat and alive. There are cafes, pubs, theatres, and many other activities that are fun to do any night you are visiting. Stop by Lavka Bar & Club or Duplex Club & Cafe for a nightlife experience of Prague.
 * All throughout the Czech Republic there are a many beautiful castles and museums that can be visited and toured. Take a trip to the Prague Castle walking on the Charles bridge along the way.
 * There are tours that take you all throughout the incredible countryside, with amazing landscapes.
 * Small towns like Cesky Krumlov can be found in the country that have buildings hundreds of years old. Great spot to visit. Many of these towns have castles.
 * Amazing spas such as the Lily Wellness & Spa in historic Prague.
 * Intense skiing on the Krkonose Mountains.
 * Extravagant cruises
 * Brewery tours