České Budějovice: Ceske Budejovice 1: Náměstí Přemysla Otakara II.

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Few places in South Bohemia have a history as closely tied to the planned foundation of a royal town as Náměstí Přemysla Otakara II. The square was laid out in 1265 with České Budějovice, founded by King Přemysl Otakar II to strengthen royal authority in southern Bohemia. Its orderly plan remains a defining feature of the historic centre. At its centre stands the Baroque Samson’s Fountain, built between 1721 and 1727 and crowned by the biblical hero Samson. Burgher houses line the square, while the Black Tower rises nearby. České Budějovice lies at the confluence of the Vltava and Malše rivers and is home to the Budweiser Budvar brewery.

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České Budějovice
City České Budějovice

České Budějovice combines the ordered form of a medieval royal town with the everyday energy of a South Bohemian regional centre, reflecting its position at the confluence of the Vltava and Malše rivers. Founded in 1265 by King Přemysl Otakar II, it is organised around the vast Přemysl Otakar II Square, where the Baroque Samson Fountain stands beside arcaded townhouses. The 16th-century Black Tower remains a defining landmark, while the city is also closely associated with Budweiser Budvar beer, brewed here since 1895. View additional webcams nearby to better understand how South Bohemia relates to its river valleys and historic towns.

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South Bohemian Region
Region South Bohemian Region

South Bohemian Region occupies a broad southern stretch of Bohemia in Czechia, reaching from the Šumava Mountains near Austria to the lowlands around České Budějovice. The Vltava flows north through this region, while the Třeboň area is renowned for its centuries-old network of fishponds and carp farming. Český Krumlov, set in a bend of the Vltava, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its historic centre and castle complex. The regional capital, České Budějovice, is also home to the Budweiser Budvar brewery. Browse additional webcams from the surrounding area to extend your view of South Bohemia.

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Czechia
Country Czechia

The terrain of Czechia ranges from fertile lowlands in southern Moravia to mountain ridges along the northern frontier, giving this Central European country a distinctly varied geography. The Vltava runs through Prague before joining the Elbe, while the Krkonoše form part of the border with Poland and include Sněžka, Czechia’s highest mountain. Prague’s historic centre, with Prague Castle and Charles Bridge, reflects the city’s long role as a political and cultural centre. Beyond the capital, Bohemia is known for spa towns and brewing, and Moravia for wine-growing traditions. View additional webcams nearby to better understand how Czechia relates to its Central European surroundings.

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