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Following the First World War, the closely related Czechs and Slovaks of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire merged to form Czechoslovakia. During the interwar years, the new country's leaders were frequently preoccupied with meeting the demands of other ethnic minorities within the republic, most notably the Sudeten Germans and the Ruthenians (Ukrainians). After World War II, a truncated Czechoslovakia fell within the Soviet sphere of influence. In 1968, an invasion by Warsaw Pact troops ended the efforts of the country's leaders to liberalize Communist party rule and create "socialism with a human face." Anti-Soviet demonstrations the following year ushered in a period of harsh repression. With the collapse of Soviet authority in 1989, Czechoslovakia regained its freedom through a peaceful "Velvet Revolution." On 1 January 1993, the country underwent a "velvet divorce" into its two national components, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The Czech Republic joined NATO in 1999 and the European Union in 2004. To be updated

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By HeyerDanube Cruise
July 21st 2009

HeyerDanubeCruise Europe » Czech Republic » Prague

C&Standem

Hi everyone! Today we leave on our first European vacation! Follow along with us as we fly to Praque, Chech Republic where we will sightsee for 3 days and then travel down to Bavaria, Germany and embark on the Luftner Cruise ship, Amadeus Royal for a tandem cycling trip down the Danube River! Enjoy! [View Full Entry]

By HeyerDanube Cruise
July 21st 2009

HeyerDanubeCruise Europe » Czech Republic » Prague

Riverboat

Here is a picture of the river boat! [View Full Entry]

By Gail ricky
July 20th 2009

Eurorail Trip Day 16 Europe » Czech Republic » Prague » Old Town

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Well we woke up today in the train at 6am to get off the train as it arrived for its stop in Prague at 6h58 and thank goodness for that as the trains stops literally just long enough for you to get off. Prague at 7 in the morning, hard to navigate as you cannot even decipher one word in Czech and really was interesting. Eventually we figured out how to buy Metro tickets and get to the stop we were suppose to then we had to buy tram tickets and figured that out... hahah it was funny not so fun [View Full Entry]

By Sue70
July 18th 2009

Soaking Wet in Prague Europe » Czech Republic » Prague » Holesovice

What a depressing day. Considering that I'm supposed to be loving every minute of this city, taking photos galore, and wandering around checking things out, I'm finding the rain quite depressing. I'm soaked. I tried to make a go of it this morning, wandering around the castle for a couple of hours in the rain, but I think I may just give up soon and head back to the hostel for the night. The castle grounds are beautiful, but there were people everywhere. It drives me nuts that people walk right in front of you (or right into you!) while you're [View Full Entry]

By Sue70
July 18th 2009

Soaking Wet in Prague Part II Europe » Czech Republic » Prague

Okay, quick update.... all was not lost. The rain had stopped by the time I left the internet cafe, and I was able to walk around for about 3 hours rain-free. I was able to hit a few of the spots I had wanted to, and also did some wandering about and souvenir shopping. I hope my (older) nieces like what I picked up for them! :) I didn't bother to try any more night shooting; I'm too tired and it was starting to rain again as the sun was setting. I guess I'll just have to be happy with what [View Full Entry]

By Chavo
July 18th 2009

The Second To Last Europe » Czech Republic » Prague » Old Town

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What up yall, So i just finished my last week in Prague. It was by far the fastest week we had over here. On Sunday we went out for the best Czech Mex they had over there. You don't realize what amazing Mexican food is until you have not so great Mexican, but la cantina did the job. The rest of the week we hung out with the Aussie girls we met in Krakow and the pool. Thursday we had our last class up at the Czech Eiffel tower which wasn't really class. and Friday we went out to Harley's to [View Full Entry]

By Sue70
July 17th 2009

Pretty Prague Europe » Czech Republic » Prague

So another early morning.... Caught the 6:53 train in plenty of time, and picked up a couple of pastries for breakfast en route. A chocolate donut, and an apple pastry cost me all of $1. Both together! And they were tasty! There were four of us in the train compartment, which was thankfully air-conditioned. Two girls were from Brazil, and the other guy was from Edmonton. We chatted some, each of us took a nap, and in the end, we arrived in Prague slightly less tired and ready to explore. I didn't get any of their names; it seems that the [View Full Entry]

By todd856
July 16th 2009

prague 2009 Europe » Czech Republic » Prague

Kutna Hora bone church

Day 1 Got the bags packed and flew out of air Canada. The flight was long but was able to catch up with friends Day 2 Arrived at 630am. Got to our hotel only to find out it’s not ours. Finally arrived at ours but 6 hours early. Went out touring the city. Ate in a dungeon like breakfast 30 ft. underground. Managed to see the astronomic clock, where someone was getting married as well as a wicked art exhibit. We saw another tower that is an original guard post as well as the alphabet man statue. My parents and I [View Full Entry]

By Teddi
July 16th 2009

...And this is why I don't party... Europe » Czech Republic » Prague

I feel like I might die. Not really die, but oh my goodness I’m not a happy camper. I went out last night with a decent-sized group of people…but it was a pain. We couldn’t get everyone together to leave, so a group of us left with the intention of meeting the others there. The plan was to go to a club called Mish Mash first, then head over to Mecca later on. Well, we didn’t know how to get to either club, but we wandered around a bit anyway. We finally got on the right road to Mish Mash, only [View Full Entry]

By jawilso
July 16th 2009

Prague and its Architectural marvels Europe » Czech Republic » Prague » Hradcany

Me and the Dancing Houses
Also called Fred and Ginger

Hi Everybody! In the last few days I have seen the Dancing House, the Prague Castle, the Kriski fountain, and I took a day trip to Kutna Hora to see the bone church. Because Prague was largely undamaged in WWII many of their architectual marvels still exist. Prague Castle is considered the largest ancient castle in the world. It has existed in some form since the 10th century. The highlight of Prague Castle is the St. Vitas Cathedral which was started in 1344 and not finished until 1929. Yes, 1929. It took them over 600 years to complete the cathedral. They [View Full Entry]

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