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Day Trip from Prague: Karlovy Vary

The City of Karlovy Vary:

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Founded in the late 14th Century by Charles IV, Karlovy Vary is a spa town located in western Bohemia near the German border. The city's 13 major hot springs and three hundred minor ones have drawn tourists and celebrities for centuries, and the waters can still be imbibed today.

The architecture of Karlovy Vary is as variegated as its water. From colonnades to Russian orthodox churches, Karlovy Vary's eclectic architectural style reflects the diversity of its visitors.

For those that want to taste more than just the waters, Karlovy Vary is also famous for Becherovka and spa wafers.

Moser Glass Factory:
Kpt. Jarose 46/19, 360 06 Karlovy Vary

For the shopper, the Moser Glass Factory is a must-visit. Famous throughout the Czech Republic for its quality and craftsmanship, Moser makes beautiful vases, stemware, and other glass and crystal art.

Becherovka Factory and Jan Becher Museum:
T. G. Masaryka 57, 360 76 Karlovy Vary

The giant Becherovka bottle out front makes this place hard to miss. Go in four a tour and tasting, and learn about the Czech Republic's most famous alcoholic beverage (besides beer, of course).

Transportation from Prague to Karlovy Vary:

Buses from Prague to Karlovy Vary: Buses run regularly from Prague's Florenc bus station. The bus takes roughly two hours each way.

Hotels in Karlovy Vary:

High-End Hotel in Karlovy Vary: Grandhotel Pupp (Mirove namesti 2, Karlovy Vary) - A beautiful old hotel located in the heart of the city.

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