Czech Republic is a country in Central Europe, Europe with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Czech Republic that most people don't know.
The Czech Republic has more castles per square kilometre than any other country — over 2,000 in total. It is also where Pilsner beer was invented in 1842 in Plzeň, giving the world its most popular beer style.
The Czech Republic has the highest beer consumption per capita in the world.
Pilsner lager was invented in Plzeň, Czech Republic in 1842.
Prague's Charles Bridge is considered one of Europe's most beautiful medieval bridges.
Czech is one of the most difficult languages for English speakers to learn.
The Czech Republic has more castles per square kilometre than any other country — over 2,000 in total. It is also where Pilsner beer was invented in 1842 in Plzeň, giving the world its most popular beer style.
Czech Republic is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
A UNESCO fairytale cityscape with a medieval astronomical clock and soaring Gothic spires
A 14th-century stone bridge lined with 30 Baroque statues spanning the Vltava River
A UNESCO castle town set on a river meander — among Europe's most beautiful small cities
A church decorated with the bones of 40,000–70,000 people — the haunting 'Bone Church'
The Czech Republic has more castles per square kilometre than any other country — over 2,000 in total. It is also where Pilsner beer was invented in 1842 in Plzeň, giving the world its most popular beer style.
The capital of Czech Republic is Prague.
Czech Republic has a population of approximately 10.9M.
The official language of Czech Republic is Czech.
Czech Republic gained independence in 1993.
Czech Republic uses the Koruna (CZK).