Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic : a romanic medieval town

On our way to Prague, the capital city of Czech Republic, we stopped over in Cesky Krumlov for one day.  Cesky Krumlov is a small town in the Bohemian region.  Its history can be traced back to the medieval time.  The town has been carefully restored with its original castle and town houses.  We prefer to stay in such lovely small towns when travelling in Europe. 

(Town of Cesky Krumlov surrounded by River Vltava)

(Local vendors in the medieval town center)

(School girls dressed up for performance)

Lords of Krumlov built the Gothic castle in the hill overlooking the town of Cesky Krumlov early in the 13th century.  The castle and the town preserve their original presence in the past centuries. The Czech government has succeeded in listing Cesky Krumlov in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Monuments in 1992.  Tourists from around the world are drawn to this small medieval town.

(Entrance gate to the Castle)

 

(Museum and watch tower in the castle)

(Time clock on the wall)

(Spot lights lighting up the castle at night)

Within an hour ride, we reached Ceske Budejovice.  It is the main city in the South Bohemian region.  It has a beautiful town square and many catholic churches.  Its Budweiser Bier was first made over three centuries ago in 1785.  When you are in Ceske Budejovice, you can try the original Budweiser.

(Water fountain in the town square center)

(St. Nicholas Catheral and the Black Town)