Karlovy Vary, previously known as Karlsbad, is not only the most famous Czech resort, but also one of the oldest cities of Bohemia (historical part of the country).
Considering that Karlovy Vary is famous primarily by their mineral sources, then one of the main attractions of this place, of course, is considered the famous "Geyser" ("Vrzidlo") - the warmest (about 73.4 ° C) and the most powerful source of the resort. Getting acquainted with sources, close attention should be paid to numerous Colonnadam Decorating the resort. There are quite a lot of them here. This is I. Geyserna Colonnade, I. Market , I. Castle , other. Hospital Cities can also be considered to be considered historical sights, because many of them were founded more than a hundred years ago, such as, for example, Imperial or Military resort hospital.
The modern celebrity of the city became the hotel "Thermal" By the 50-meter outdoor pool filled with a third of mineral water and attracting hundreds of those who want to plunge into its warm, soft water.
In the very center of the resort, on the opposite side of Geyser, is one of the most beautiful churches of Karlovy Var - Church of St. Mary Magdalene , built in 1737. This is one of the most beautiful Catholic churches of the Czech Republic in the Baroque style. Inside, it can be admired not only well-preserved altar icon, but also elegant baroque sculptures and altar plastics.
On the street King Jerzhi, there is another outstanding monument of cult architecture, built in 1898 in the Byzantine style - Orthodox Church of St. Peter and Paul Shining from afar gold domes. It is noteworthy that most of the rich decoration was acquired by rich resort vacationers. The oldest temple of Karlovy Vary is Cemetery Church of St. Andrei . He was still rebuilt in the 15th century in the Gothic style, and was rebuilt in 1841. At the former cemetery, who arrived near the temple, was long buried by the most prominent and respected residents of the city. In 1911, the cemetery was closed at all, calling the park to them. Mozart.
In the city center you can find one of the oldest buildings of the city - Castle tower that appeared here in 1608 on the site of the Gothic fortress of the 14th century. The building really makes it not only a majestic appearance, but also some special ancient charm.
Around Karlovy Vary you can see several towering places, overview sites related to one or another event. A kind of symbol of the city is Surna sculpture landing "Deer jump" . Overview also received wide fame Karl IV Tower and Site Goether , appeared here at the end of the 19th century.
Walking around the city and wishing to get acquainted with his history and culture, you can go into one of his wonderful museums. Lovers of history will undoubtedly attract Karlovarian Historical Museum . In the center of the resort, in Museum Jan Behera , there is an interesting exposure dedicated to the symbol of the city - Liquor "Becherovka" . To the history of the development of a glass case, as well as with the most outstanding works of talented masters, you can touch Tour center "Moser".
Special attention here also deserves the city itself, at every step in which you can see something interesting and extraordinary. It is necessary to take a walk through his peaceful streets, admire the surrounding scenic scenery and feel the very spirit that thugs here thousands of people over the centuries ...