General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Prague |
| Country | Czechia |
| Currency | Czech koruna |
| Main religion | Roman Catholicism |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.3% |
| Gdp | $274.9 billion |
| Size | 78,866 km² |
| Population | 10.7 million |
| Population density | 137/km² |
| Kids per female | 1.53 |
| City population | 74.5% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 0∘C |
| Summer | 24∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Czech |
| Population able to read | 99.9% |
| Population with a college degree | 24.1% |
| Population able to speak english | 27% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 32 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 3.1/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Czech Airlines |
| Main airport | Václav Havel Airport Prague |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1 |
| Cigarettes | $4 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $2.5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $500/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $150/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.50/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 21% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $25000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 5-10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 108.92/MBits |
| Tld | .cz |
| Free wifi | 8/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 85% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 99.99% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type E, Type F |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Alza.cz |
| Supermarket | Albert |
| Pharmacy | Dr. Max |
| Drugstore | Rossmann |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 4 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 8/10 |
| Bars | 9/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 8/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Vepřo knedlo zelo | Roast pork with dumplings and sauerkraut | $10-$15 |
| Svíčková na smetaně | Beef sirloin in cream sauce with dumplings | $12-$18 |
| Guláš | Beef stew with paprika and dumplings | $8-$12 |
| Smažený sýr | Fried cheese with tartar sauce | $6-$10 |
| Kulajda | Potato soup with mushrooms and dill | $4-$8 |
| Trdelník | Chimney cake with cinnamon and sugar | $3-$5 |
| Ovocné knedlíky | Fruit dumplings with butter and sugar | $5-$9 |
| Palačinky | Pancakes with various fillings | $4-$8 |
| Koláče | Sweet pastries with various fillings | $2-$5 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Pilsner Urquell | A pale lager beer that is the original Pilsner | $2.50-$4.00 |
| Budweiser Budvar | A pale lager beer that is similar to Pilsner Urquell | $2.50-$4.00 |
| Staropramen | A pale lager beer that is popular in Prague | $2.50-$4.00 |
| Gambrinus | A pale lager beer that is brewed in Brno | $2.50-$4.00 |
| Krušovice | A pale lager beer that is brewed in Krušovice | $2.50-$4.00 |
| Becherovka | A herbal liqueur that is made in Karlovy Vary | $3.00-$5.00 |
| Slivovice | A fruit brandy that is made from plums | $3.00-$5.00 |
| Tuzemák | A rum-like spirit that is made in the Czech Republic | $3.00-$5.00 |
| Kofola | A cola-flavored soft drink that is popular in the Czech Republic | $1.50-$2.50 |
| Mattoni | A mineral water that is popular in the Czech Republic | $1.50-$2.50 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Bohemian crystal | Hand-blown glass with intricate designs | $10-$100 |
| Pilsner Urquell beer | World-renowned beer from the Czech Republic | $2-$5 |
| Becherovka | Herbal liqueur with a unique flavor | $10-$20 |
| Marionettes | Traditional Czech puppets made of wood and fabric | $10-$50 |
| Wooden toys | Handcrafted toys made of wood, often with intricate designs | $5-$20 |
| Lace | Delicate lace made from cotton or linen | $10-$50 |
| Karlovy Vary wafers | Thin, crispy wafers filled with cream | $5-$10 |
| Garnet jewelry | Jewelry made with Czech garnets, a deep red gemstone | $20-$100 |
| Spa products | Cosmetics and toiletries made with mineral water from Czech spas | $10-$50 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | The first day of the year |
| Epiphany | January 6 | The day when the Three Wise Men visited the baby Jesus |
| Easter Monday | March or April | The day after Easter Sunday |
| Labour Day | May 1 | The day to celebrate workers |
| Liberation Day | May 8 | The day when Czechoslovakia was liberated from Nazi Germany |
| Saints Cyril and Methodius Day | July 5 | The day to celebrate the two saints who brought Christianity to the Czech lands |
| Jan Hus Day | July 6 | The day to celebrate the Czech reformer who was burned at the stake |
| Czech Statehood Day | September 28 | The day to celebrate the foundation of the Czechoslovak state |
| Independence Day | October 28 | The day to celebrate the independence of Czechoslovakia from Austria-Hungary |
| All Saints’ Day | November 1 | The day to remember all the saints |
| Christmas Eve | December 24 | The day before Christmas |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | The day to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ |
| St. Stephen’s Day | December 26 | The day to celebrate the first Christian martyr |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Blesk |
| Online news | idnes.cz |
| Tv | Nova |
| Radio | Radiožurnál |