The Czech Republic is a young European state that appeared on the map of Europe in 1993 as a result of the collapse of Czechoslovakia. What is interesting about this country today? What attracts millions of tourists from all over the world here? What is the area of the Czech Republic and how many people live in it? You will learn about all this from our article.
Czech Republic: area and geographical location
In what part of Europe is the republic located? Which countries directly border the Czech Republic?
The area of the country is about 79,000 square kilometers. This is roughly comparable to the Krasnodar Territory of Russia, or to the three regions of Central Ukraine (for example, Cherkasy, Kirovohrad and Poltava). About 10.5 million people live in this territory (data as of July 2016).
To be more precise, the area of the Czech Republic (thousand km2) corresponds to the value of 78.86. The country is located in the central part of Europe and has no access to the sea. Czech Republic's neighbors are four independent states: Germany, Poland, Slovakia and Austria. The republic maintains friendly relations with all these countries. Mostlong interstate border between Czechs and Poles (658 km).
Modern Czech Square includes three historical areas. These are Moravia (in the east), Silesia (in the northeast), and Bohemia (in the central part), which is considered the historical core of Czech statehood.
Czech area may shrink?
The political map of Europe continues to be redrawn today. And this does not always happen as a result of revolutions, wars or separatist manifestations. Sometimes the areas of states may change slightly due to banal cartographic errors.
Thus, the area of the Czech Republic in the near future may decrease by 500 square kilometers. The fact is that recently the German cartographer Rolf Boehm discovered a discrepancy between the real area of \u200b\u200bhis country with the indicated data in official documents. He found out that unaccounted for "hectares" of German land are located near the bed of the Kirnich River.
To solve the problem, a special cadastral commission from representatives of both countries will be created in the near future. It is quite possible that the borders of states after repeated measurements will be shifted in favor of Germany.
Internal division of the Czech Republic
In administrative-territorial terms, the Czech Republic is divided into 13 regions (krais) and the capital city of Prague. The regions, in turn, are divided into districts (there are 77 of them in this country). 6242 - this is the total number of settlements in the Czech Republic.
Each of the 13 regions hasits "president" (in Prague - the mayor) and the regional council. Oblasts include territorial communities of the second and first (or lower) levels.
The capital and largest city of the Czech Republic is Prague. 1/9 of the country's population lives here. Prague is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. At any time of the year on its ancient streets you can see crowds of tourists - representatives of different countries and continents.
Travellers and other interesting cities of the Czech Republic do not bypass. Among those are Brno, Karlovy Vary, Cesky Krumlov, Kutna Hora, Pilsen, Litomysl and others.
Natural features and landscapes
Czech Republic is a variety of landforms (mountain ranges, gentle hills and river canyons), mild climate and beautiful natural landscapes. In summer, the air temperature here rarely exceeds +28-30 degrees, which makes staying in the country very comfortable.
Main Czech rivers: Odra, Laba and Vltava. The watercourses of this small country carry their fresh waters to three different seas of Europe (Black, B altic and North). The highest point of the state is Mount Snezhka (1602 meters).
The landscapes of the Czech Republic are very diverse. The historical area of Bohemia is surrounded on all sides by low gentle mountains - the Sudetenland. The eastern part of the country - Moravia - is a hilly and very picturesque area with an abundance of patches of virgin deciduous forest.
The Czechs are very sensitive to the protection of natural resources. Yes, exactlyHere, back in 1838, one of the first natural reserves in Europe was established. About 14% of the country's territory is under state protection. Perhaps the most beautiful in the Czech Republic is the Šumava Nature Reserve, which is famous for its numerous lakes, centuries-old trees and perfectly clean air.
8 interesting facts about the Czech Republic
Complete a short geographical sketch about this country by listing the most interesting facts about it. So, did you know that:
- prostitution and some types of drugs legalized in the Czech Republic;
- grammar and pronunciation of the Czech language are considered the most difficult in Europe;
- this country has an incredible amount of pet stores;
- the leader in the use of marijuana in Europe is not the Netherlands, but the Czech Republic;
- in the town of Kutna Hora there is a temple completely built from human bones;
- Prague hosts Europe's largest castle;
- it is forbidden to install satellite dishes on old buildings in the Czech Republic - they spoil the appearance of the old quarters;
- one of the most popular Czech souvenirs is the Krotek toy (the hero of a famous cartoon).
In conclusion
The area of the Czech Republic is 78.86 thousand square kilometers. The population of the country exceeds ten million people.
The state is located in Central Europe and attracts a huge number of tourists. Travelers come to the Czech Republic to admirepicturesque natural landscapes, visit first-class ski resorts, wander through the narrow medieval streets of ancient cities and taste the legendary Czech beer.
