Category: My Prague

  • Wildlife of Woods and Forests

    The Czech Republic’s forests are very varied in nature. The lowest hills are usually covered in beech and maple, with pines appearing with increasing elevation; spruce dominates the higher levels right up to the tree line. With such variety in composition, it is not surprising that the wildlife is also varied. In spring, flowers such…

  • Mountains & Wetlands in The Czech Republic

    Krkonose National Park (Mountains of the Giants) This area of wooded mountains lies northeast of Prague on the Polish border and can be reached by driving on the E14 from the capital. There are chair lifts and numerous trails and paths, the best known of which is the ridge trail running from Harrachov to Snezha…