Ostrava, Czech Republic

Ostrava, Czech Republic

Ostrava Czech Republic

"Ostrava is the third largest city in the Czech Republic and the second largest urban agglomeration after Prague. Located close to the Polish border, it is also the administrative center of the Moravian-Silesian Region and of Ostrava-City District. It is part of the binational Upper Silesian metropolitan area. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • Landek park. The Mining Museum was opened in the early 1990’s. It is the largest mining museum in the Czech Republic. The coal seams of the former Anselm Mine surface at the Landek National Nature Reserve, a world famous site in terms of geology, archaeology, history, natural sciences and mining. • The Vítkovice Area. This is an industrial area origination from the 1st half of the 19th century. In 2002, in view of its exceptional character, the entire ground was declared a site of National Cultural Heritage. • The Michal Mine. Michal Mine, whose history goes back to 1843, is an extremely valuable authentic industrial site in terms of construction and technical equipment. The area was declared a National Cultural Landmark in 1995. • Silesian Ostrava Castle. The Silesian Ostrava Castle is the city's most historic cultural monument. It was built in the second half of the 13th century, close to the confluence of the Lučina and Ostravice rivers, where a fortified Slavonic settlement had once stood. • The Miniuni. The Miniuni is an interesting attraction for both children and adults. Spread out over 1.5 hectares visitors can see more than 30 models of significant buildings of European cities, like Big Ben, Old Town Hall or one of the best-known landmarks of Berlin the Brandenburg Gate, all dominated by the 12 metre-high Eiffel tower. • The Ostrava Zoo. The Ostrava Zoo was founded in 1951. It covers an area of 100 ha and is the home to nearly 360 different species of animals. One of the most popular attractions is the seasonal, commented feeding of animals, evening guided tours and a number of accompanying events, not only for children • The Ostrava Museum. The Museum is situated in one of the oldest buildings in Ostrava, the Old Town Hall on Masaryk Square. A new permanent exhibit opened here in June 2009, containing art history collections, history of the city and the nature and landscape of the local area. • The Viewing Tower of the New City Hall. The Viewing Tower is one of the city's most popular tourist attractions. On a clear day, it is possible to see the entire city, the nearby Beskydy Mountains, and even neighbouring Poland."
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Recommended airport
Mosnov (OSR)
Points of interest
  • Dolní Vítkovice
  • Stodolni Street
  • Cathedral of the Divine Saviour
Nearby destinations
  • Cieszyn a 26.31 km
  • Wisła a 46.23 km
  • Frydek-Místek a 17.60 km
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