Europe Czech Republic The towns of Karlovy Vary, Marianske Lazne and Frantiskovy Lazne, known as the Western Bohemian Spa Triangle, have been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List for the exceptional architecture and the 200 years continued spa recreation service
Europe Czech Republic Visitors to the Prague Botanical Garden in Troja have the rare chance to see the world's smallest water lily in bloom, Nymphaea thermarum: one of the rarest plants in the world
Europe Czech Republic A newly approved amendment to the Road Traffic Act brings stiffer penalties for the most serious offences, like speeding and drink driving, and young people will start driving a year earlier, from the age of 17, under the supervision of a parent
Europe Czech Republic The Czech retail market once again proved its attractiveness for retail brands, with 38 new arrivals last year, the same figure as in 2021 but an increase of around 50% compared to 2019 and 2020
Europe Czech Republic The country, currently exempt from the EU embargo on Russian oil imports, will resolve its current dependence on Russian fossil fuel imports in 2024, Trade and Industry Minister Jozef Síkela said