Czechia

About Czechia

Capital

Prague

Continent

Independence Date

1 January 1993

Official Language	Czech
Second Language	English, Slovak
Population	~10.7 million
Passport Color	Red
Passport Rank	#8
Dialing Code	420
Country TLD	.cz

Czechia Overview

Czechia, officially the Czech Republic (Czech: Česká republika), is a landlocked country located in Central Europe. It shares borders with Germany to the west, Poland to the north, Slovakia to the east, and Austria to the south. The capital and largest city is Prague (Praha).

Czechia is known for its historic architecture, castles, beer culture, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The country boasts a strong industrial base, particularly in automotive manufacturing, engineering, information technology, and tourism. It is a member of the European Union, NATO, and the OECD.

The official language is Czech, and the national currency is the Czech koruna (CZK). Czechia has a highly developed economy and offers one of the best qualities of life in Central Europe, attracting millions of visitors annually to its cities, countryside, and mountain regions.

Quick Facts About Czechia

Coordinates	49.8175° N, 15.4730° E
Bordering Countries	Germany, Poland, Slovakia, Austria
Region / Continent	Europe (Central Europe)
Total Area	~78,866 sq km
Population Density	~137 people per sq km
Highest Point	Sněžka – 1,603 m
Major Rivers	Elbe (Labe), Vltava, Morava, Oder
Climate Type	Temperate continental; warm summers, cold winters
Famous For	Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, beer, Bohemian glass, architecture
Major Landmarks	Prague, Český Krumlov, Karlštejn Castle, Kutná Hora
Official Language	Czech
Currency	Czech koruna (CZK)
Government Type	Parliamentary Republic
Time Zone	UTC+1 (CET)
Major Exports	Machinery, vehicles, electronics, glass, beer
Visitor Entry	Member of Schengen Area; visa-free for EU and many non-EU countries