Hradec Králové Region Facts for Kids

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Hradec Králové Region

Královéhradecký kraj

Region

Flag	Coat of arms

Country

Czech Republic

Capital

Hradec Králové

Area

• Total

4,758.54 km² (1,837.28 sq mi)

Highest elevation

1,603 m (5,259 ft)

Population

(2019-01-01)

• Total

551,021

• Density

115.79623/km² (299.9109/sq mi)

ISO 3166 code

CZ-KR

Vehicle registration

Website

www.kr-kralovehradecky.cz

The Hradec Králové Region is a special area, like a state or province, in the Czech Republic. Its main city and capital is Hradec Králové.

This region is famous for its beautiful mountains, especially the Krkonoše Mountains and the Orlické Mountains in the north. A big part of the amazing Krkonoše National Park is found right here.

Districts of Hradec Králové Region
Fun Places to Visit
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Districts of Hradec Králové Region

The Hradec Králové Region is split into 5 smaller areas called districts. Think of them like different counties within the region. Each district helps manage the local towns and villages.

Districts of Hradec Králové Region

	Hradec Králové
	Jičín
	Náchod

	Rychnov Nad Kněžnou
	Trutnov

The five districts are:

Hradec Králové
Jičín
Náchod
Rychnov nad Kněžnou
Trutnov

Fun Places to Visit

Hradec Králové from the air

The Hradec Králové Region has many exciting places to explore. From amazing rock formations to historic castles, there's something for everyone!

Natural Wonders

Adršpach-Teplice Rocks: These are incredible rock cities with tall, narrow towers and deep canyons. It's like walking through a maze of giant stone sculptures!
Krkonoše National Park: This national park protects the highest mountains in the Czech Republic. You can find beautiful forests, waterfalls, and unique plants and animals here.
Prachov Rocks: Another stunning area of sandstone rock formations, perfect for hiking and enjoying nature.

Historic Sites and Castles

Broumov and its monastery: Broumov is a historic town with a beautiful old monastery. It's a peaceful place to learn about the past.
Josefov Fortress: This is a large, old military fortress with underground tunnels. It was built a long time ago to protect the area.
Kost Castle: A well-preserved medieval castle that looks like it's straight out of a fairy tale. You can imagine knights and princesses living there!
Ratibořice Château: A lovely castle with beautiful gardens, known for its connection to famous Czech literature.

Family Fun

Dvůr Králové Zoo: This zoo is famous for its African safari park, where you can see many animals like giraffes and zebras roaming in large enclosures.
Probošt's mechanical Christmas crib: This is a very special, old Christmas nativity scene with moving figures. It's a unique piece of art and engineering.