Czech Republic
A magical Central European country famous for its fairy-tale castles, amazing architecture, and fun traditions
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Ahoj! It's Lin! The Czech Republic is like stepping into a storybook! Prague has the most amazing castle and bridges, there are cool traditions and celebrations, beautiful forests to explore, and super friendly people everywhere!
Quick Facts About Czech Republic
Capital
Prague
Population
~10.5 million
Language
Czech
Currency
Czech Koruna
Discover Czech Republic
Welcome to the Czech Republic - a country that looks like it came straight out of a storybook! The capital city, Prague, is like a real-life fairy tale with its stunning Prague Castle sitting high above the city, and the gorgeous Charles Bridge crossing over the Vltava River. Imagine walking down cobblestone streets seeing colorful old buildings, watching street performers, and tasting yummy treats like trdelník (a sweet spiral pastry)!
But there's so much more beyond Prague! The Czech Republic has beautiful forests where you can go hiking, cute little villages with their own special traditions, and amazing puppet theaters where funny puppets tell stories on stage. The people are super friendly and love celebrating with festivals and traditions that have been around for hundreds of years. The Czech Republic is a perfect adventure for explorers who love castles, history, art, and discovering hidden treasures!
Map of Czech Republic
Flag of Czech Republic
The flag represents the unique identity and heritage of Czech Republic.
For Teachers
- • Ready-to-use facts, maps, and highlights for ages 7-12
- • Quick lesson starters: use the Did You Know and Highlights as bell-ringers
- • Link to Explorer's Guide, videos, and games for extension activities
- • Great for geography, social studies, and cross-cultural projects
✨Did You Know?
Prague Castle is bigger than 100 football fields!
The Old Town Clock shows the time in a special way with moving figures!
The Czech Republic loves marionette puppets and has had puppet theaters for hundreds of years!
What Makes Czech Republic Special?
Prague Castle
One of the biggest and most beautiful castles in the whole world! It looks like something from a fairy tale.
Charles Bridge
An old stone bridge with statues and amazing views. Artists make art here every day!
Old Town Square
A huge square with colorful buildings, street performers, and an awesome clock tower.
Trdelník (Sweet Treat)
A yummy spiral pastry filled with cinnamon and sugar - it's so delicious!
Bohemian Forests
Green forests with hiking trails, rivers, and hidden villages to discover.
Puppet Shows
Traditional puppet theaters with funny characters and amazing stories.
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