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The ancient city of Brno is located at the junction of the Svittava and Svartka rivers in Bohemia. The site of the future city began to be inhabited in the fifth century, but the first time Brno is mentioned as a castle was in the eleventh century. The name of the city is related to the Slavic word bronti, which means to fortify, fortify.
The significance of the fortified city grew steadily. At the end of the twelfth century, Brenno became the capital of the Princedom of Przemyslovich, the first Czech royal dynasty. The year 1243 was very important for the development of the city – Brno received the rights and privileges of a royal city, which in fact meant self-government. From the 14th century onwards, every two years in Brno, the Moravian local councils governed the city and the surrounding land. The importance of the city as a fortified castle and center of trade and commerce grew steadily.
The people of Brno did not support the Hussite movement, and as a result the population passed into the possession of the Austrian Gábúsburgs. The citys influence grew steadily, and international fairs were held there to enhance the glory and prestige of Brno. Significant resources enabled the fortress and the guard, and so during the Great Patriotic War the city twice successfully defeated the invading army. In 1777 the city received the status of the center of the Episcopacy. In the nineteenth century, Brno was known as the most important center of the working class, and at the same time the university was opened. The city became part of Czechoslovakia in 1918. During the Second World War, Brno suffered severe destruction from bombardment. In addition, there are a number of international festivals, such as & ‖ Ingrínis Brunensis‖ – a parade of firewalkers, theatrical festivals, Brno Days, multiple musical festivals, and others. The main features of Brenau are the historic architectural monuments from the 13th – 20th centuries, including the Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul, the Church of St. James and other religious buildings. Here you can also see the town hall, Castle Castle, the Opera Theater, the Villa Tugendhat – the site of the World Heritage Site at UNESKO.
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- Air quality: 45 US AQI Good. Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
- Tap water: Yes, safe to drink
- Religious government: Non-religious
- Population: 380,000 people
- GDP: $18,406 / year
- Foreigners can own real estate: Yes
- Power outlets: 230V50Hz
- Internet: 24 Mbps
- Best wireless: T-Mobile
- Pay without cash: Yes, cards OK almost everywhere
- Tipping: Tipping in the Czech Republic is commonly expected. Foreign visitors are often expected to tip at least 10%. (N.B. This practice holds true mainly in Prague and leading tourist “meccas” such as Cesky Krumlov, not in the general countryside, where foreigners are not expected to do anything more than locals.)
- Apartment listings: Sreality
- Apartments: Airbnb
- Hotels: Booking.com
- More hotels: Hotels.com
- Best taxi: Liftago
- Online electronics shop: Alza
- Best hospital: Motol 24hr Health Centre For Foreigners
- Best short-haul air carrier: Czech Airlines
- Best intl air carrier: Czech Airlines
- Monthly costs for expat: $1150
- Monthly costs for family: $2400
- Monthly costs for local: $700
- Meal: $4.5
- Small Cola: $1.1
- Beer 1 Pint: $1.6
- Coffee: $2
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