Czech and Slovak Republics

✍ Scribed by DK Publishing

• Publisher: DK Travel
• Year: 2011
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 450
• Series: Eyewitness Travel Guides
• Edition: Rep Rev
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Czech and Slovak Republics is the ultimate companion to the magnificent Czech and Slovak Republics. Whether you wish to explore the enchanting metropolis of Prague and its magnificent Gothic, Medieval, and Baroque architecture, take a scenic walk or drive through stunning landscapes and spectacular mountain scenery, or discover the best of the local beer halls, this comprehensive guide is packed with the insider tips every visitor needs to make the most of their Czech and Slovak Republic visit. Fully illustrated with hundreds of photographs, cutaways and detailed maps, you'll find detailed background information on all the fascinating attractions the Czech and Slovak Republics have to offer. This travel guide also comes complete with reviews and recommendations for hotels and restaurants in the Czech and Slovak Republics, for every budget. Fully updated and expanded, the DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Czech and Slovak Republics explores both countries' nightlife, colorful festivals, relaxing retail therapy, and stunning cathedrals, and provides tips for hiking and skiing in the High Tatras of this glorious region. Don't miss a thing on your vacation with DK Eyewitness Travel guidebook to Czech and Slovak Republics!HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: -Packed with photographs, illustrations, and maps -Cutaways and floor plans of all the major sights -3-D aerial views of the city's most interesting districts -Huge selection of hotels, restaurants, stores, and entertainment venues -Specially devised walking tours, special events info

✦ Table of Contents

Contents 4 ......Page 6
How to Use This Guide 6 ......Page 8
Discovering the Czech Republic 10 ......Page 12
Putting the Czech Republic on the Map 12 ......Page 14
A Portrait of the Czech Republic 14 ......Page 17
The Czech Republic Through the Year 28 ......Page 30
The History of the Czech Republic 32 ......Page 35
Prague at a Glance 50 ......Page 52
Hradcany and Malá Strana 52 ......Page 55
Stare Mesto and Josefov 70 ......Page 73
Nove Mesto 86 ......Page 89
Further Afield 98 ......Page 101
Street Finder 106 ......Page 108
The Czech Republic at a Glance 116 ......Page 118
Central Bohemia 118 ......Page 121
South Bohemia 134 ......Page 137
West Bohemia 158 ......Page 161
North Bohemia 178 ......Page 181
East Bohemia 194 ......Page 197
North Moravia and Silesia 212 ......Page 215
South Moravia 224 ......Page 227
Discovering Slovakia 244 ......Page 246
Putting Slovakia on the Map 246 ......Page 248
A Portrait of Slovakia 248 ......Page 251
Slovakia Through the Year 256 ......Page 258
The History of Slovakia 260 ......Page 263
Slovakia at a Glance 270 ......Page 272
Bratislava 272 ......Page 275
West Slovakia 290 ......Page 293
Central Slovakia 306 ......Page 309
East Slovakia 324 ......Page 327
Where to Stay 342 ......Page 344
Where to Eat 366 ......Page 368
Shopping 396 ......Page 398
Entertainment 400 ......Page 402
Sport and Leisure 404 ......Page 406
Practical Information 412 ......Page 414
Travel Information 424 ......Page 426
Index and Phrase Book 432 ......Page 434

✦ Subjects

Библиотека;Досуг;Путешествия и туризм;Путеводители Dorling Kindersley;