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Czech Republic
🏙️ Capital city:
Prague
📈 Country population:
10.9 million
🗺️ Country area:
78,871 km²
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| Official Name | Czech Republic |
| Common Name | Czechia |
| Political Status | Sovereign unitary parliamentary republic |
| ISO Codes | CZ, CZE, 203 |
| Internet TLD | .cz |
| Calling Code | +420 |
| Capital City | Prague |
| Largest City | Prague |
| Coordinates | 50.08° N, 14.43° E |
| Time Zone | UTC+1 (CET), UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Population (2025 est.) | ~10.9 million |
| Area | 78,871 km² |
| Population Density | ~138 per km² |
| Languages | Czech (official) |
| Currency | Czech Koruna (CZK) |
| Driving Side | Right |
| GDP (Nominal) | ~USD 330 billion |
| GDP Per Capita | ~USD 30,000 |
| HDI | Very High |
| Life Expectancy | ~79 years |
| Continent & Subregion | Europe — Central Europe |
| National Day | Independence Day (28 October) |
| National Anthem | Kde domov můj |
Geography & Environment
- Landlocked country in Central Europe.
- Borders Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Poland.
- Landscape of rolling hills, plains, and low mountain ranges.
- Major rivers: Vltava, Elbe (Labe), Morava.
- Climate: temperate continental with cold winters and warm summers.
Demographics
- Population: ~10.9 million.
- Highly urbanized with Prague as the dominant metropolitan center.
- Major cities: Prague, Brno, Ostrava, Plzeň.
- Ethnic composition: predominantly ethnic Czech.
- One of the most secular societies in the world.
History
- Historic lands of Bohemia, Moravia, and Czech Silesia.
- Part of the Holy Roman Empire and later the Habsburg Monarchy.
- Formed Czechoslovakia in 1918.
- Communist rule from 1948 to 1989.
- Peaceful split into the Czech Republic and Slovakia in 1993.
- Member of the European Union since 2004.
Government & Politics
- Political system: Parliamentary republic.
- Head of State: President of the Czech Republic.
- Head of Government: Prime Minister.
- Legislature: bicameral Parliament (Chamber of Deputies and Senate).
- Administrative divisions: regions (kraje).
Economy
- High-income, export-oriented economy.
- Major sectors: manufacturing, automotive, engineering, services.
- Strong integration with the European economy.
- Main exports: vehicles, machinery, electronics.
- Strengths: skilled workforce, industrial base.
- Weaknesses: export dependence, demographic aging.
Culture & Society
- Rich cultural heritage in music, literature, and architecture.
- Famous figures: Franz Kafka, Antonín Dvořák, Václav Havel.
- Strong traditions in classical music and theatre.
Food & Cuisine
- Traditional dishes: svíčková, goulash, knedlíky.
- Hearty cuisine based on meats, sauces, and dumplings.
- World-renowned beer culture.
Education & Institutions
- High literacy rate.
- Strong public education system.
- Historic institutions such as Charles University (founded 1348).
Tourism
- Major destination in Central Europe.
- Top attractions: Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Český Krumlov.
- Strong cultural and city tourism.
Practical Information
- Emergency number: 112.
- Plug type: C/E; Voltage: 230V.
- Well-developed public transport system.
Sports, Entertainment & Notable People
- Popular sports: ice hockey, football, tennis.
- International success in ice hockey.
- Notable figures: Jaromír Jágr, Martina Navrátilová.
Neighboring Countries of Czech Republic
The Czech Republic is located in Central Europe and borders four countries:
Austria 362 km,
Germany 815 km,
Poland 658 km, and
Slovakia 215 km.
Famous For
- Prague’s historic architecture.
- Beer brewing tradition.
- Peaceful Velvet Revolution.
- Central European cultural heritage.
Sources
- World Bank
- United Nations (UN Data)
- IMF
- CIA World Factbook
- Czech Statistical Office