Czech Republic

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Czech Republic is a landlocked country in Central Europe. It is bordered by Austria to the south, Germany to the west, Poland to the northeast, and Slovakia to the southeast. The Czech Republic has a hilly landscape that covers an area of 78,866 square kilometers with a mostly temperate continental climate and oceanic climate.

History[edit | edit source]

The Czech Republic includes the historical territories of Bohemia and Moravia, and Czech Silesia. The Czech state, formerly known as Bohemia, was formed in the late 9th century as a small duchy around Prague, at that time under the dominance of the powerful Great Moravian Empire.

Healthcare[edit | edit source]

The Czech Republic has a universal healthcare system, that is based on a compulsory insurance model, with fee-for-service care funded by mandatory employment-related insurance plans.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The Czech Republic possesses a developed, high-income economy with a per capita GDP rate that is 87% of the European Union average.

Culture[edit | edit source]

The Czech Republic is known for its rich cultural history, including literature, music, visual arts, and more.

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