Flashcards on Czech Traditions, Landmarks, and Personalities
Czech Traditions, Landmarks & Personalities: Student Guide
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22 cards
Card 1
Question: What are three national symbols of the Czech Republic mentioned here?
Answer: Flag, lime tree, and the Coat of Arms (two-tailed lion).
Card 2
Question: Who is the patron saint of the Czech Republic listed here?
Answer: St. Wenceslav.
Card 3
Question: Name two historical centres in the Czech Republic that are top tourist destinations.
Answer: The Historical Centre of Prague and the Historical Centre of Český Krumlov.
Card 4
Question: What is Český Krumlov especially known for?
Answer: A castle and chateaux complex and a well-preserved historical centre.
Card 5
Question: Why was Kutná Hora historically wealthy and what is a notable church there?
Answer: It became rich because of silver deposits and is famous for its historical centre and the Church of St. Barbara.
Card 6
Question: What styles combine at the Lednice–Valtice Cultural Landscape chateau?
Answer: An impressive combination of Baroque and Neo-Gothic styles.
Card 7
Question: Which castle was founded in 1348 by Charles IV for safekeeping the imperial regalia and Czech coronation jewels?
Answer: Karlštejn Castle.
Card 8
Question: Name four castles or castle sites listed as sights.
Answer: Kost, Loket, Vyšehrad, and Prague Castle.
Card 9
Question: Which rock formations are listed among Czech sights?
Answer: Prachovské skály and Adršpašsko-teplické skály.
Card 10
Question: Besides castles and rock formations, name two chateaux or castles mentioned as sights.
Answer: Chateau Hluboká and Karlštejn (also Prague Castle).