9. Visit the Renaissance town of Český Krumlov
Quaint, picturesque, red-roofed Český Krumlov nestles amid the meanders of the sluggish River Vltava, just setting out on its journey to Prague. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992, the town is deservedly popular, with tour buses unloading crowds of visitors at the city gates at noon for a five-hour stampede through the narrow streets. For a more enjoyable experience, stay overnight and avoid the crowds.
Krumlov Chateau rises above the Latrán quarter. You can stroll through the castle’s grounds and main courtyards for free day or night, or take a guided tour of the chateau itself. Climb the tower for beautiful views and explore the chateau’s geometrical gardens and two theatres, the exquisite Rococo Chateau Theatre, and the cunning Communist Revolving Theatre, which spins on a mechanical axis.
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