Bohemian Paradise

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Bohemian Paradise
Location Czech Republic
Nearest city Turnov
Coordinates 50°31′11″N 15°10′14″E / 50.51972°N 15.17056°E / 50.51972; 15.17056Coordinates: 50°31′11″N 15°10′14″E / 50.51972°N 15.17056°E / 50.51972; 15.17056
Area 181 km²
Established 1955

Bohemian Paradise (Czech: Český ráj) is a protected landscape area located in the Czech Republic. There are numerous hiking and biking trails and several campsites. Most popular attractions include skalní město (rock town), Valdštejn Castle, and volcanic basalt rock 'fingers'.[1] The nearest towns are Jičín and Turnov, both of which are an approximately 1 and 1/2 hour train ride [2] from the capital city of Prague.

[edit] References

  1. ^ Lonely Planet Czech and Slovak Republics
  2. ^ www.idos.cz

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