A Czech fairy tale dream walks into the reality of a dreamy town

A Czech fairy tale dream walks into the reality of a dreamy town. This town, located in the heart of Southern Bohemia, is one of the most picturesque towns in Europe. The Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architectural styles make you feel as if you're in a fairy tale. This ancient town is like a miniature version of Prague, but it has more of a tranquil and dreamy atmosphere with its colorful palette. Cesky Krumlov, also known as 'CK' town, is small enough that you can walk from one end of the city to the other in 20 minutes, and a whole day is enough to wander around at leisure. The old town has lively restaurants and bars. When the weather is good, the riverside is filled with people basking in the sun. I guess the four seasons here must be beautiful in their own right, just as described in Lonely Planet: in summer, it's a hot spot for backpackers; in winter, when the crowds disperse and the castle is covered with snow, it could be a dreamy place. Krumlov Castle, the medieval castle perched above the Vltava River, was founded in the 13th century and is the iconic building of CK town. The castle tower is the town's high point, and from the top of the tower, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the small town, with the meandering Vltava River and the medieval red-tiled roofs in full view. Jost Church, with its Baroque spire, reflects the entire town, and at the entrance, there is a statue of Saint Mary. Baroque Theatre, the only Baroque theatre in Europe preserved in its original form. Various museums: Photography Museum, Torture Museum, Regional Museum. KrČma v Šatlavské, the famous cave restaurant, a cellar restaurant transformed from an old prison, is a destination many tourists will visit. The Central European famous roasted pork knuckle, compared to the century-old shops in Munich, is somewhat satisfactory, with service that is not very enthusiastic, and the draft beer and onion soup are not outstanding. Any old shop in Prague would be more worth looking forward to. The old town has many interesting small shops. Strolling until dusk, the castle is enveloped in golden sunset, and the town in fairy tales is probably just like this. Transportation: From Prague's Na Knizeci station to CK town's Spicak/AN station, take the Student Agency bus for a 3h journey. Train: Two morning trains from Prague's main station to CK town, a 3.5h journey. The train station is a 30min walk from the old town.