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Here's three great areas and towns, favorites of the Greenman family, and not to be missed when you visit the Czech Republic. |
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Cesky raj – Cesky raj is an area of red sandstone hills, covered with dense green forests and ruined castles. Bring your hiking shoes and spend several days exploring the outdoor scenery. |
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 Climb up to see the ruins of Hrad Trosky, remaining two towers of a 14th century castle, perched high on a chunk of volcanic rock. Great views of the countryside |
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Castle Sychrov – Castle Sychrov is a beautifully preserved neo-Gothic castle, with English style park and woods. Be sure to arrive in time to see the bird of prey show, where you'll be wowed by the falcons, eagles, buzzards, ravens and more (April to October, every day except Monday). |
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Stastna Zeme ("Happyland"), near Turnov – Younger kids will enjoy an afternoon at Stastna Zeme, a large playground, where kids can play on a wooden replica of a castle with observation tower, look for little garnets in a sand field, and run around to their hearts' content. (April to October) |
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Cesky Krumlov – Cesky Krumlov is a charming old town, situated on the Vltava River. Spend time exploring the winding cobblestone streets in the old town. Climb up the colorfully painted castle tower (Zamecka vez), for a great view. This town is a gem! |
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Telc – Telc is a beautifully preserved 16th century town, with ornate facades, pale yellow and pink colored houses, bridges, moats and towers. Kids chase around the column in the long rectangular square at the center of town, and for snacks, enjoy crepes willed with jam, strawberries or chocolate. |
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Eva leaves her
home in Prague to spend the summer with her cousins on a farm in
Moravia – picking strawberries, swimming in the brook, dancing
and singing in a wedding. Brightly colored folk art illustrations
bring to life sights and sounds of the Czech Republic. (Picture
book)
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For author and illustrator Peter Sis, growing up in Czechoslovakia under Soviet Communism was a gray world, but he was always drawing, playing rock music, and dreaming. And now he’s drawn his life, one that bloomed through cracks in the wall. Fabulously illustrated, accompanied by childhood drawings and photos, this is for all ages. (Picture book)
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Take an enchanting
journey through Prague, follow the maze-like
streets to find the keys that unlock three Czech legends. Marvelous
illustrations capture the magic and mystery of Prague. (Picture
book)
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Spellbinding
retelling of the golem legend, Rabbi Loew chants spells from the
Cabala that breathe life into the clay giant, the golem. After
the giant goes on a rampage and the emperor guarantees safety
for the Jews, Rabbi Loew returns the golem to clay – perhaps
one day it will come to life again. Dazzling cut-paper illustrations. (Picture book)
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Get
to know the Czech Republic – it's not a large country, but
is rich in mines and castles, writers and musicians. Situated
at the crossroads of Europe, the Czech Republic has often been
under the thumb of other countries, but it has its own golden
age under King Charles IV. Fun facts about the geography, history,
language, traditions and legends, sports and food. Good for older
kids. Excellent color photographs. (Chapter book)
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(More children's
books on other Czech Republic pages) |
