Sparkling Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic.
Needing to clear our heads after the fourth quarter debacle against Vienna, the imports loaded the van (our kick-butt Volkswagen Transporter) and headed for Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic. It was a great two days... and while it only took four hours to drive there, this rugged little corner felt a world away.
When you cross a border there's only one thing to do - JUMP PICTURE!!!
The town of Cesky Krumlov (pronounced Chess-key Croom-Loff) is tucked into the southwest corner of the Czech Republic, about 45 minutes north of the Austrian city of Linz and just 3 hours south of Prague. As always, the moment you cross the border you realize you are no longer in "Western" Europe, but its not really something you can pinpoint exactly, and soon the beautiful green hills, winding river, and medieval castles transport you into a whole new world. It is a very interesting corner of the country, and I'm so glad that we were able to explore it - for while Prague is magical, you get so much of a better feeling for a country by seeing its smaller villages.
The town square was uniquely colorful.
A sharp bend in the river made this an ideal fortress in the Middle Ages.
Chesky Krumlov is the Czech Republic's answer to Germany's Rothenburg. Its cobblestone streets are the main attraction - however it boasts a huge castle overlooking the town and many other historical sights. The shops are filled with souvenirs, while in the neighboring villages there seemed to be an overabundance of cheap Asian-run flea markets. We decided to split our time eating the cheap food and soaking in the eastern atmosphere.
I give you best price... $34.50!
Team Photo.
My favorite shot of the day - great screensaver! (Click to make big)
The sharp bend of the town's river made it a strategic stronghold, first mentioned in 1253.
Great food...
... interesting street names.
Male Model? Nice pose Tim.
Me and my girl.
Now that we've had a day away, we're ready to get back to it in preparation for the Eurobowl!
~ J. Twice
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