One of the oldest mining towns in the country was founded in the mid-13th century near rich sources of silver ore. The importance of the time in the medieval era can be seen in the number of religious monuments (e.g,. the Church of St. James), burghers' houses with Gothic vaults and arcades, and remnants of sizeable Gothic fortifications.
A labyrinth of underground corridors was gradually built in the Middle Ages; recently, this second-largest underground complex has opened to the public. The most significant building from the Baroque period is the Jesuit Church of St. Ignatius on the large oblong square.
Jihlava offers numerous cultural and entertainment possibilities, including a theatre and a ZOO. The city is the seat of the Vysočina regional government.
The Czech Republic will celebrate an important anniversary in 2010. Namely, the end of next year will mark 700 years from the accession of the Luxembourg dynasty to the Czech throne. In Prague and Ostrava, two exhibitions are already being planned that people definitely ought not to miss.
They offer every comfort, are situated at attractive locations in the centre of Prague – and they are brand new. We are pleased to introduce you to hotels which have welcomed their first guests just this year. 
The Czech Republic’s mountains offer high-quality conditions for downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and plenty of other activities. Another truly big attraction associated with winter sports is relaxation in the spas. Even families with children will be completely thrilled in the Czech Republic’s mountains. 