The Historical Town of Cesky Krumlov

It was a fine sunny morning. But most fine sunny mornings in Prague first turn out to be bleak, thus frightening the travellers/tourists like moi. So, hopping on to the 6:07 train to Cesky Krumlov from Praha's Hlavni Nadrazi, I reach around 10 am. It is actually a really short walk from the train station to the Centrum. Once you step out of the station just follow the road on your right till you pass several pensions and houses and then reach the forest/park. This overlooks the historical town. As you descend the steps or hike down the trail through the hill you soon reach the small town. Walking on the bridge with the river Vltava cutting its way through the sluices is a golden moment. The little alleys and streets are arranged with shops on both sides.

Once you reach the castle complex, you cross the bridge flanked by a moat. The moat is however not filled with water, rather its a home for fat brown lazy bears. As you get into the castle square, on your left is the tall Tower (entry - 40kc). You can go on ahead to the main ticket office and choose your preference of guided tours (I/II) and languages. Walking up through the gateway/square, takes you to the parapets that overlook the town. Further lies the Castle complex's gardens where you can take a stroll.

TRANSPORTATION: I went with my family, so for me it was cheaper to go by train. By bus, which would be faster it is 177 Kc/- per head (one way). If you decide to take train, the journey is 4 hrs or so. If going in a group, take the sonne plus ticket (group fare), which is for 2 adults and 3 children (under the age of 15).

Click on the post's title if you wish to visit the official Cesky Krumlov website.