Time Zone |
Europe/Prague |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+2 |
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America/Port-au-Prince |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-5 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-4 |
Brno is the second largest city in the Czech Republic and is located in the center of the Moravian region, about 200 kilometers from the capital Prague. As the capital of South Moravia, the city is known for its rich cultural heritage, modern technology industry and academic atmosphere.
Brno is steeped in history and its landmarks include the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Villa Tuggenhardt and the twin spires of the Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul. Spilberk Castle stands in the center of the city and bears witness to its history from the 13th century to the present day.
As an important industrial center of the Czech Republic, Brno excels in the fields of machine building, IT and biotechnology. The city is home to institutions of higher learning such as Masaryk University, and the annual Brno International Mechanical Fair is the largest industrial exhibition in Central Europe.
Visitors can explore vibrant public spaces such as Freedom Square and the Cabbage Market, and sample the Moravian wine tradition. Conveniently connected to major European cities by highway, international airport and rail, Brno is an ideal base for exploring the southeastern part of the Czech Republic.
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