Visit South Moravian Region

Brno
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The South Moravian Region of Czech Republic is located in the southeast part of the country, bordering Slovakia, Austria and Hungary. It is home to many diverse landscapes, from rolling hills to dense forests. The region contains several popular tourist attractions such as Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. This area includes two palaces located on either side of the Dyje River and surrounded by gardens, man-made lakes and majestic hills. Other popular places to visit include Vranov nad Dyji Castle, Mikulov Castle ruins and Bouzov Castle.

In addition to its natural beauty, the South Moravian Region has a long history that dates back centuries. One important historical event took place here in 1809 when Napoleonic forces fought against Austrian troops at the Battle of Znojmo. The region also boasts numerous ancient monasteries such as Velehrad Monastery from 10th century and Oslavany Monastery from 12th century which are open for visitors today.
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