Postcards Around the World: Czech Republic

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2013-08-12

Map of the railway line from Old Odry to Budišov nad Budišovkou - Czech Republic

Unused, sent by "Sapic12"

A map representation of the railway line connecting Old Odry to Budišov nad Budišovkou.

2013-07-08

Map of railway "Suchdol nad Odrou - Nový Jičín" - Czech Republic

Unused, sent by "Sapic12"

This map shows the area between Fulnek and Nového Jičína and the railway line of Suchdol nad Odrou to Nový Jičín.

2013-06-22

Map of the Krkonoše Mountains - Czech Republic

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"The Krkonoše Mountains (English: Giant Mountains; Polish: Karkonosze) is a mountain range located in the north of the Czech Republic and the south-west of Poland, part of the Sudetes mountain system (part of the Bohemian Massif). The Czech-Polish border, which divides the historic regions of Bohemia and Silesia, runs along the main ridge. The highest peak, Sněžka (Polish: Śnieżka), is the Czech Republic's highest point with an elevation of 1,602 metres (5,256 ft)." In: Wikipedia

2013-05-25

Gardens at Kroměříž - Czech Republic (UNESCO WHS)

Unused, sent by Sapic12

"Kroměříž stands on the site of an earlier ford across the River Morava, at the foot of the Chriby mountain range which dominates the central part of Moravia. The gardens and castle of Kroměříž are an exceptionally complete and well-preserved example of a European Baroque princely residence and its gardens." In: UNESCO

2013-05-17

Historic Centre of Český Krumlov - Czech Republic (UNESCO WHS)

Unused, sent by "Sapic12"

"Situated on the banks of the Vltava river, the town was built around a 13th-century castle with Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque elements. It is an outstanding example of a small central European medieval town whose architectural heritage has remained intact thanks to its peaceful evolution over more than five centuries." In: UNESCO

2013-05-06

Jewish Quarter - Front Synagogue, Třebíč - Czech Republic (UNESCO WHS)

Unused, sent by Sapic12

"The ensemble of the Jewish Quarter, the old Jewish cemetery and the Basilica of St Procopius in Trebíc are reminders of the co-existence of Jewish and Christian cultures from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. The Jewish Quarter bears outstanding testimony to the different aspects of the life of this community. St Procopius Basilica, built as part of the Benedictine monastery in the early 13th century, is a remarkable example of the influence of Western European architectural heritage in this region." In: UNESCO

2013-04-21

Historic center of Telč - Czech Republic (UNESCO WHS)

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"The houses in Telc, which stands on a hilltop, were originally built of wood. After a fire in the late 14th century, the town was rebuilt in stone, surrounded by walls and further strengthened by a network of artificial ponds. The town's Gothic castle was reconstructed in High Gothic style in the late 15th century." In: UNESCO

2013-04-12

Map of Jičín District - Czech Republic

"The Jičín District (Czech: Okres Jičín) is a district (okres) within the Hradec Králové Region of the Czech Republic. Its capital is the city of Jičín." In: Wikipedia

Unused, sent by Sapic12.

2013-03-31

Maps of Jeseník - Czech Republic

"Jeseník (Frývaldov until 1948; German: Freiwaldau) is a city and a district in the Olomouc Region of the Czech Republic. From 1938 to 1945 it was one of the municipalities in Sudetenland.

Originally, Jeseník was a German town subordinated to Silesian Wrocław bishop. Original name is Freiwaldau. A source of the name is words of „frei vom Walde“. An adjective of “frei” means „free“, a preposition of “vom” means “from” and a noun genitive of “Walde” means “woods” – all together the name means “Free from Woods” Former Czech name of Frývaldov was a phonetic transcription of a German original (frei=frý, waldau= valdov).

After Second World War the town has been renamed, a reason was strong antigerman tendency. It’s named after surroundings mountains which are called Jeseníky.

Linguistically, “Jeseníky” is a noun in form of plural. Hypothetical singular is just “Jeseník” and this has been chosen as a new name." In: Wikipedia

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2013-03-21

Map of old town of České Budějovice - Czech Republic

Unused, sent by Sapic12

"České Budějovice (German: Budweis or Böhmisch Budweis; sometimes referred to as Budweis in English) is a statutory city in the Czech Republic. It is the largest city in the South Bohemian Region as well as its political and commercial capital, the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of České Budějovice, the University of South Bohemia, and the Academy of Sciences. It is located in the center of a valley of the Vltava River, at the confluence with the Malše.

České Budějovice, which is located in the historical province of Bohemia, is not to be confused with Moravské Budějovice in Moravia." In: Wikipedia

2013-02-12

Sněžka mountain - Poland

Sent from Poland by Michet. Sněžka, a mountain on the border between the Poland (the first (observatory) and the second buildings from the border of the mountain) and Czech Republic (the other buildings and sky station, the third building is a post office). This satellite image shows the border line.

Unused, bought in Poland.

"Sněžka or Śnieżka (in Czech and Polish, Schneekoppe in German) is a mountain on the border between the Czech Republic and Poland, the most prominent point of the Silesian Ridge in the Krkonoše mountains. At 1,602 metres (5,256 ft), its summit is the highest point in the Czech Republic, in the Krkonoše and in the entire Sudetes range system." In: Wikipedia

2012-11-05

Old town of Prague - Czech Republic

Sent by "Kilona"

This lovely winter view of Prague shows the Old Town, the Castle, St. Giles' Church and the Petrín lookout tower.

2012-09-13

Holašovice - Czech Republic (UNESCO)

unused, offered by Martinha

"Holašovice is an exceptionally complete and well-preserved example of a traditional central European village. It has a large number of outstanding 18th- and 19th-century vernacular buildings in a style known as 'South Bohemian folk Baroque', and preserves a ground plan dating from the Middle Ages." In: UNESCO

2012-07-07

Spa resort in Sedmihorky - Czech Republic

used with postmark from 14-01-1987 (?), bought in Braga (Portugal)

Probably some family had some vacations on this Spa resort and sent a card to the relatives.

"In 19th century spring waters were discovered in Sedmihorky. They were believed to have curative properties so in 1842 small spa was opened there. From the second half of 19th century many distinguished guests came there to recreate, between others for instance famous czech writer Jan Neruda. Splendid surroundings and nearness of magnificent rock town inspired one of visitors to utter the memorable words: "Those rocks, it is a real paradise!" Since that time people speak and write about the Bohemian Paradise (Český ráj). The name later meant whole beautiful region. On place front of timbered colonnade in Sedmihorky is located memorial of doctor Antonín Šlechta, the founder of spa. The autor of the sculpture is Josef Václav Myslbek. " In: Czech Mountains