This Eastern European country lies on the borders of Germany, Austria, Poland and Slovakia. The country is divided into two main regions, Bohemia in the west and Moravia in the east.

The climate is continental, with long winters and even colder as we approach the eastern borders. Summer is hot and stormy. The best seasons to visit the country without suffering extreme temperatures are spring and autumn. A trip to the Czech Republic to even get to know Prague. It is one of the most preserved medieval towns in Europe. It is also classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Despite the economic expansion, the heart of Prague has not been redesigned.

The successive stages of growth and modification respected the original urban structure of the early Middle Ages. You will therefore see buildings from all periods from the Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque to the 20th century. Prague was a cultural and artistic centre that served as a reference for the urban development of a large part of Central and Eastern Europe. Architecture lovers will enjoy themselves. The old town is located on the right bank of the Vltava river: you must see its square with the arcaded Gothic houses and the imposing church of Our Lady of Tyn (14th century) then climb up the tower of the town hall from where you can admire Prague and the famous Charles Bridge.

There are so many things to visit that it is better to plan several themed itineraries: one around Jewish districts, the other on baroque buildings, the third to discover churches and convents, the fourth dedicated to contemporary buildings. But other regions deserve a detour, notably the south of Bohemia with its castles route or the south of Moravia with its warm climate. The whole country is also famous for its spa towns. A few kilometres from Prague is Nelahozeves Castle, in Renaissance style, decorated in Italian stucco and frescoes. One hour drive away, you arrive in the town of Kutna Hora. It was an important economic centre of Bohemia in the 14th and 15th centuries. Its medieval town centre and churches offer remarkable examples of architecture. It is classified as a World Heritage Site. Also worth seeing: the fortress of Terezín transformed into a Jewish ghetto by the Nazis, used as deportation camps. South Bohemia is worth a visit. It's a laughing region with hilly landscapes dotted with lakes or ponds, a real paradise for fishermen. It is full of castles and ancient towns with preserved centres. You can discover the rich buildings in perfect condition in the cities of Cesky Krumlov and Telc, both also classified by UNESCO for their architectural heritage.

There is also the castle of the town of Jindrichuv Hradec, which is reflected in the water and alleys of its old town. Another curiosity: the castle of Hluboka nad Vltavo, of neo-gothic style and its English park or Cervena Lhota with its Gothic manor in the middle of a pond.

In Moravia, you can discover the Lednice-Valtice palace, which is inspired by English romantic conceptions of landscape art. Stretching over 200 square kilometers it is one of the largest parks created in Europe! It is part of the Dolní Morava-Pálava Biosphere Reserve, with hilly landscapes planted with vineyards. The city of Valtice is considered as the wine capital. Kromeriz, with its castle and gardens show a completely different baroque style. There are also many caves in this region, such as Punkevni, which can be visited by boat. In the vicinity of the Moravian capital, Brno, visit the battlefield of Austerlitz (Slavkov) and its museum. Architecture is omnipresent here, even underground! Just go down under the market square of the city of Brno to discover a labyrinth of galleries. These cellars were used as storage places for precious or perishable goods.

"Beware of pickpocketing, which is frequent in Prague at the sites most frequented by tourists. Therefore, it is advisable to leave your identity papers in the hotel safe, keeping only photocopies and especially not in your rental car in the Czech Republic.