Liberec Region

Czechia

Castle #3 of the day!!
Took a hike through a forest in the northern Czech Republic.
Castle (and Hotel/Restaurant) at Hrubá Skála, which is in the Český ráj (Bohemian paradise) protected area.
May 2015 Vyhlídka na Kapelu, Hrube rocks, Bohemian Paradise, Czech republic Bohemian Paradise (=Český Ráj) is a nature reserve protected area established in 1955 and it is located in North Bohemia. It has a varied country side with plenty of first and beech surrounding wonderful sandstone rock formations. The water, wind and frost erosion has left many uniquely shaped rock towers having up to 60 meters of height and these are a popular place for Czech rock climbers for decades. In the picture is the main part of Hrube rocks in Bohemian Paradise. This panoramic viewpoint is called View of the Orchestra. The Orchestra is the group of the sandstone towers on the left, with one needle standing before them, which is called the Dirigent. On the right in the background is the Lighthouse area with Lighthouse and Gate rocks.
May 2015 Castle Trosky, Český ráj, Czech republic Trosky is a castle ruin located some 10 km south of Semily, Liberec Region in a natural reservation region called Český ráj (=Bohemian paradise) making a landmark of jt. It is one of the most famous Czech castles and is situated on the summits of two basalt volcanic plugs. On the lower peak (47 m) is the two-storey structure called Baba (Old Woman), and on the higher outcrop (57 m) is the four-sided structure known as Panna (Virgin, in the picture). It was built in 1380 and was used for a century. It is a ruin since 1648 when it was burned down during the Thirty years war. Since 1928 a propery of the Club of Czech tourists and a popular tourist spot.

Popular cities in Liberec Region

View from the top of mountain Ještěd #LifeAtExpedia
Liberec
Known for Zoo, Theaters and Museums
Escape to upscale Liberec! Enjoy its theater, zoo, and mountain views.

Reasons to visit

  • Liberec City Hall
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Gothic town hall and the spatious central square in Liberec, Czech Republic
Turnov
Known for Nature, Monuments and Historical
Get away to Turnov! Enjoy the natural setting, monuments, and history.

Reasons to visit

  • Liberec Town Hall
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Karkonosze Mountains (Kozi hrbety), Czech Republic, Karkonosze National Park, Tourist Routes, Tourists, Trail
Harrachov
Known for Friendly people, Skiing and Swimming
Get away to Harrachov! Enjoy the skiing, golf, and local cuisine.
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Rokytnice nad Jizerou
Rokytnice nad Jizerou
Known for Skiing and Natural parks
Love skiing and parks? Get away to Rokytnice nad Jizerou!
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Took a hike through a forest in the northern Czech Republic.
Jablonec nad Nisou
Known for Friendly people, Sports and Recreation
Get away to Jablonec nad Nisou! Enjoy the sports and more.
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Ruins of the castle Jestrebi, region Ceska Lipa, Czech Republic. The castle dates from the 13th century, partly carved in the rock.
Doksy
Known for Theme parks and Natural parks
Love theme parks and parks? Get away to Doksy!
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