Czech Republic is a landlocked country in Central Europe. The country is bordered by Germany to the west, Poland to the north, Slovakia to the eastand Austria to the southern part. Czech Republic is divided into thirteen regions and Prague is the Capital City of the Country.
Regions of the Czech Republic
| Region | Capital | Population | Area | Latitude and Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prague | Prague | 1.4 million (2024 est.) | 496 sq km (191 sq mi) | 50.0755° N, 14.4378° E |
| South Bohemian Region | České Budějovice | 660,000+ (2024 est.) | 10,057 sq km (3,883 sq mi) | 48.9747° N, 14.4749° E |
| South Moravian Region | Brno | 1.2 million (2024 est.) | 7,195 sq km (2,778 sq mi) | 49.1951° N, 16.6068° E |
| Karlovy Vary Region | Karlovy Vary | 290,000+ (2024 est.) | 3,314 sq km (1,279 sq mi) | 50.2319° N, 12.8719° E |
| Central Bohemian Region | Prague | 1.5 million (2024 est.) | 10,929 sq km (4,220 sq mi) | 49.8782° N, 14.9363° E |
| Liberec Region | Liberec | 450,000+ (2024 est.) | 3,163 sq km (1,221 sq mi) | 50.7671° N, 15.0562° E |
| Moravian-Silesian Region | Ostrava | 1.2 million (2024 est.) | 5,427 sq km (2,095 sq mi) | 49.8209° N, 18.2625° E |
| Olomouc Region | Olomouc | 630,000+ (2024 est.) | 5,267 sq km (2,034 sq mi) | 49.5938° N, 17.2509° E |
| Zlín Region | Zlín | 580,000+ (2024 est.) | 3,964 sq km (1,530 sq mi) | 49.2244° N, 17.6628° E |
| Vysočina Region | Jihlava | 510,000+ (2024 est.) | 6,796 sq km (2,624 sq mi) | 49.3961° N, 15.5903° E |
10 Largest Cities in the Czech Republic
| City | Region | Population | Latitude and Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prague | Prague | 1.4 million+ | 50.0755° N, 14.4378° E |
| Brno | South Moravian Region | 400,000+ | 49.1951° N, 16.6068° E |
| Ostrava | Moravian-Silesian Region | 280,000+ | 49.8209° N, 18.2625° E |
| Plzeň | Plzeň Region | 190,000+ | 49.7384° N, 13.3736° E |
| Liberec | Liberec Region | 105,000+ | 50.7671° N, 15.0562° E |
| Olomouc | Olomouc Region | 100,000+ | 49.5938° N, 17.2509° E |
| České Budějovice | South Bohemian Region | 95,000+ | 48.9747° N, 14.4749° E |
| Hradec Králové | Hradec Králové Region | 94,000+ | 50.2092° N, 15.8328° E |
| Ústí nad Labem | Ústí nad Labem Region | 92,000+ | 50.6607° N, 14.0323° E |
| Pardubice | Pardubice Region | 90,000+ | 50.0343° N, 15.7812° E |
Top Tourist Attractions and Famous Places to Visit in the Czech Republic
- Prague Castle - Prague
- Charles Bridge - Prague
- Historic Centre of Prague (UNESCO Site) - Prague
- Český Krumlov Castle (UNESCO Site) - Český Krumlov
- Karlštejn Castle - Central Bohemia
- Bohemian Switzerland National Park - Northern Bohemia
- Kutná Hora (UNESCO Site) - Central Bohemia
- Old Town Square - Prague
- Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape (UNESCO Site) - South Moravia
- Šumava National Park - South Bohemia
- St. Vitus Cathedral - Prague
- Adršpach Rock Formations - Hradec Králové Region
- Brno Old Town - Brno
- Krkonoše National Park - Northern Czech Republic
- Telč Historic Centre (UNESCO Site) - Vysočina
- Karlovy Vary Spa Town - Karlovy Vary Region
Czech Republic Facts
| Continent | Europe |
| Country | Czech Republic (Czechia) |
| Capital | Prague |
| Largest City | Prague |
| Coordinates | 49.8175° N, 15.4730° E |
| Administrative Divisions | 14 Regions |
| Official Language | Czech |
| Demonym | Czech |
| Government | Unitary Parliamentary Republic |
| Independence | 1993 |
| Total Area | 78,871 sq km (30,452 sq mi) |
| Population | 10.9 million (2024 est.) |
| Population Density | 133 people per sq km |
| Currency | Czech Koruna (CZK) |
| GDP Nominal | US$430+ billion |
| Economy | Advanced high-income social market economy based on manufacturing, automotive industry, engineering, and services |
| Postal Code Format | ### ## |
| Country Calling Code | +420 |
| Time Zone | CET (UTC+1) |
| Internet TLD | .cz |
| ISO Country Code | CZE |
| Driving Side | Right |
| Major Cities | Prague, Brno, Ostrava, Plzeň, Liberec, Olomouc |
| Major Airports | Václav Havel Airport Prague, Brno Airport, Ostrava Airport |
| Highest Point | Sněžka |
| Longest River | Vltava River |
| Climate | Temperate Continental Climate |
| Average Summer Temperature | 20°C to 28°C |
| Average Winter Temperature | -5°C to 3°C |
| Famous For | Medieval towns, castles, beer, Gothic architecture, spa towns, and cultural heritage |
| National Animal | Double-tailed Lion |
| National Sport | Ice Hockey |
| National Dish | Svíčková |
| Official Website | www.vlada.gov.cz |
Major Rivers in the Czech Republic
- Vltava River
- Elbe (Labe) River
- Morava River
- Oder River
Czech Republic Climate Facts
| Climate Type | Temperate Continental Climate |
| Summer Temperature | 20°C to 28°C |
| Winter Temperature | -5°C to 3°C |
| Average Rainfall | Moderate rainfall throughout the year with higher precipitation in mountain areas |
Neighboring Countries of the Czech Republic
- Germany - West
- Poland - North and Northeast
- Slovakia - East
- Austria - South
References
- Official Government Website of the Czech Republic
- Czech Statistical Office
- World Bank
- CIA World Factbook
- United Nations Population Division
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