Moravia🍇
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Moravia (in Czech: Morava) is the eastern part of the Czech Republic and one of its three historical regions, alongside Bohemia and Silesia. It is named after the Morava River, which runs through the region. Moravia has its own distinct cultural identity, shaped by centuries of history, different dialects, traditions, and folk customs.
The region is known for its beautiful landscapes, including rolling hills, vineyards, fertile plains, and the Moravian Karst with its famous caves and gorges. Cities like Brno (the second-largest city in the Czech Republic), Olomouc, and Zlín are important cultural and economic centers in Moravia. Brno is especially known for its universities, architecture, and as a hub of innovation and technology.
Moravia is also famous for wine production, particularly in South Moravia, where wine festivals, traditional costumes, and folklore music are part of local life. Compared to Bohemia, Moravia is often seen as more traditional and closely connected to its rural roots.
Historically, Moravia was a separate margraviate within the Austro-Hungarian Empire and has a slightly different historical path than Bohemia, although both regions have been united for centuries within the Czech lands.
Brno – The capital of Moravia and the Czech Republic’s second-largest city. You can visit the Špilberk Castle, the Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul, and the UNESCO-listed functionalist Villa Tugendhat. Brno also has a vibrant café and student culture.
Olomouc – A beautiful historical city with a stunning main square, the Holy Trinity Column (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), and a rich ecclesiastical heritage. It’s often seen as a quieter, more relaxed version of Prague.
Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape – A UNESCO-listed area in South Moravia featuring the magnificent Lednice and Valtice chateaux, surrounded by landscaped parks, gardens, and small architectural gems like the Minaret and the Colonnade.
Mikulov – A charming wine town near the Austrian border with a hilltop castle, Jewish heritage sites, and excellent views from the Holy Hill (Svatý kopeček). It's also a center of wine tourism.
Znojmo – A medieval town with a well-preserved historic center, underground tunnels, and views over the Dyje River. It’s also in the heart of wine country and close to Podyjí National Park.
Kroměříž – Known for its Baroque Archbishop’s Palace and its stunning flower gardens, both listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Moravian Karst (Moravský kras) – A natural paradise north of Brno, famous for the Macocha Abyss and the Punkva Caves, where you can take an underground boat ride.
Slovácko (Moravian Slovakia) – A region rich in folk traditions, colorful costumes, music, and festivals. Villages like Strážnice and Vlčnov preserve local customs and offer unique cultural experiences.
Buchlov Castle and Buchlovice Chateau – Two nearby landmarks: a medieval castle on a hill and a beautiful Baroque chateau with a romantic garden.
Valachia (Valašsko) – A mountainous region in eastern Moravia known for its wooden architecture, open-air museums like the one in Rožnov pod Radhoštěm, and hiking in the Beskydy Mountains.
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Wine Cellar Villages (Vinné sklípky)
Visit towns like Mikulov, Velké Bílovice, or Znojmo to enjoy local wines, homemade cheeses, and warm hospitality in colorful wine cellars.
Strážnice and the Folk Architecture Museum
See how people used to live in traditional folk houses and experience local customs, music, and dance.
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