The region is attractive not only for wine lovers.
Lowlands and hillsides with extensive vineyards create the largest part of its territory. Along the border with Austria rise the limestone hills Pavlovské vrchy (Pavlovské hills), north of Brno Moravský kras( Moravian karst). The meanders of the Dyje river create a part of the Czech-Austrian border and are a consisting part of the National park Podyjí. The ridges of White Carpathians create the eastern border of the region.
Characteristics of the region
Wine, vineyards, wine cellars, vintage and rich folklore are the terms connected with the southern Moravia. The Lednice-Valtice complex of two chateaux has a special charm. It is included in the UNESCO list of the world cultural and natural heritage. Brno with a number of significant historical sights became the centre of the region. Folk costumes, folk decorated buildings, traditional music and folklore festivities are typical of the Slovácko region. Local nature offers ideal conditions for walking tours, cycling and water sports, angling, horse riding or mountain climbing. The National park Podyjí is a significant biosphere reserve, CHKO Moravský kras (Moravian karst) is the oldest protected landscape area in Moravia-
Transport accessibility
Highways, high-speed roads and main roads: Praha – Brno – Břeclav, Brno – Mikulov, Znojmo – Mikulov – Břeclav; high-speed railway corridors: Praha – Brno – Břeclav – Vienna, Břeclav – Otrokovice – Přerov, dense network of regional railways. The international airport Brno – Tuřany.
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