Originally built as a fortress in the 14th century, Cervena Lhota is one of the Czech Republic’s most Insta-worthy castles. Standing on an island on a lake in forested Bohemia, this 16th-century castle-turned-residence is distinguished by its high deep-red walls, a feature that lent it its name of cervena, which means “red” in Czech, in the 17th century.
The Jan Becher Museum is dedicated to one of the Czech Republic's most beloved drinks, Becherovka. Visitors can learn about the beverage, tour the distillery and the original cellars, and sample this herbal liqueur that has been produced for centuries. It’s made from a secret recipe based on more than 20 types of herbs and spices.
Cesky Sternberk Castle sits on a cliff over the small village of Sternberk, in the countryside of Bohemia. It was built in the 1240s, redesigned in the Gothic style in the 15th century, and renovated in the baroque style in the 17th. It’s still owned by descendants of its original owners, who still live there.
Located 2 hours outside of Prague, Karlovy Vary (also known as Carlsbad) is a charming spa town in the Czech Republic. Its spacious streets are lined with classical-style colonnades and colorfully painted buildings and the town is surrounded by green forest. Visitors come to drink the restorative spa waters and enjoy the countryside.
