Hostels in BRNO, CZECH REPUBLIC

Brno – Dominating the Area with Rich Architecture and Historic Monuments

Brno is the second largest city of Czech Republic and is located in the south-eastern part of the country. To be more specific, the city is located at the union of the rivers Svitava and Svratka. It is a well-known tourist destination in the South Moravian region for offering interesting sites like castles, historic monuments and impressive architectural values.

History:
The name of the city of Brno has a number of stories associated with it. However, the most famous one is that it has been adopted from the word ‘brnen’ that means marshy. The settlements in Brno began in the 5th century AD. It was in the 11th century that the city was blessed with its castle. In the year 1243, the city came into light as a town under the rule of the King of Bohemia. The city was an important Moravian centre in the 14th century. It was invaded twice by the Hussites, without any success, in the 15th century. Similarly, the city was successful in failing the attacks from Swedish and Prussian forces. It became an industrial hub in the 19th century. Brno was captured by Germany during World War II, but was soon liberated with the defeat of Germany.   

Popular Places:
Brno City Centre is the most important area from the point of view of tourists. Blessed with old buildings, theatres, fountains and churches, the area is worth spending quality time with friends and family. Spilberk castle is another exciting site to visit and it accommodates a museum and beautiful park offering mesmerizing sights. The Tugendhat Villa is famous for Bauhaus architecture and features in the UNESCO World Heritage list.

A number of museums in Brno are great tourist spots to pay a visit. For instance, the Museum of Gypsy Culture and the Mendel Museum of Genetics are two important museums in the region. Petrov Cathedral and Old Town Hall are also recommended to be visited on a trip to Brno. The Moravian Museum and the Moravian Gallery are the great places to learn about the history and culture of the region. Some of the other attractions include the Ditrichstein Palace, Baroque Parnas Fountain and the Freedom Square.

Getting Around:
Trains and trams are the lifelines of the city of Brno, like other cities of the Moravian region. One can also find buses, trolley buses and car rentals to be the convenient ways to get around the city, no matter which mode of transport you choose to travel round in a good guide, is to have some small notes handy to pay for your journey.

Places of Entertainment:
Firework shows Ignis Brunensis are among the most entertaining activities in the city. A number of theatres and exhibition halls are accommodated by the city to offer great entertainment opportunities. Fried cheese and fast foods can be enjoyed at one of the restaurants.

Accommodation Options:
Budget hotels, bed & breakfast, motels, guesthouse, inns, youth hostels and apartments are some of the best accommodation options in Brno.

Currency:
Czech Crown or koruna (Kc) is the official currency of Brno, available in the form of banknotes of 50 Kc, 100 Kc, 200 Kc, 500 Kc, 1000 Kc, 2000 Kc and 5000 Kc. You can easily find foreign currency exchange points located all over the city, check the news and internet for the latest exchange rates.  

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