Moravia Czech Republic

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Moravia Czech Republic, the eastern portion of the country, has a distinct history all its own. This diverse region is home to many interesting places to explore, including charming cities, lush forests, and soaring mountain ranges. You'll find World Heritage treasures, marvels of modern architecture, ski resorts, spas, and more. 

The capital of the Moravia region, Brno, is perched halfway between Prague and Vienna, and Prague and Budapest. When you're planning to travel by rail or highway between the major cities, Brno is an interesting stopover. Like other cities in Moravia, Brno has an charming mix of architecture. Špilberk, one of the castles from the Gothic era, was rebuilt in the Baroque era. Now, it's home to the Brno City Museum and summertime cultural events, held in the castle courtyards. The architecture also reflects modern movements, including art nouveau houses and the villa Tugendhat, a World Heritage landmark built by architect Miles van der Rohe. In Brno and beyond, Moravia Czech Republic is home to many places listed on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. These cultural treasures include the city of Telc, the castle of Kromeriz, the Jewish quarter of Trebic, and the Holy Trinity Column in Olomouc. Standing proud on the town square of Olomouc, the tower is a fantastic example of Baroque sculpture from the eighteenth century. Built by local citizens, the saints and torchbearers included on the gilded tower are of some importance to the Moravia region.