Bohemian-Moravian Highlands
Encyclopedia
The Bohemian-Moravian Highlands ( or Vysočina; ) is an extensive range of hills and low mountains over 150 kilometres (93.2 mi) long, which runs in a northeasterly direction across the Czech Republic
and forms the border between Bohemia
and Moravia
. This range roughly coincides with modern region Vysočina
("Higland").
and holidaymakers, as well as a variety of sporting facilities.
Czech Republic
The Czech Republic is a landlocked country in Central Europe. The country is bordered by Poland to the northeast, Slovakia to the east, Austria to the south, and Germany to the west and northwest....
and forms the border between Bohemia
Bohemia
Bohemia is a historical region in central Europe, occupying the western two-thirds of the traditional Czech Lands. It is located in the contemporary Czech Republic with its capital in Prague...
and Moravia
Moravia
Moravia is a historical region in Central Europe in the east of the Czech Republic, and one of the former Czech lands, together with Bohemia and Silesia. It takes its name from the Morava River which rises in the northwest of the region...
. This range roughly coincides with modern region Vysočina
Vysocina Region
Vysočina Region , is an administrative unit of the Czech Republic, located partly in the south-eastern part of the historical region of Bohemia and partly in the south-west of the historical region of Moravia...
("Higland").
Characteristic
It forms a region of rolling hills and low mountains with heights between about 500 and 800 metres, whose lowlands are relatively densely settled. Its gentle hills are dotted with small farmsteads and also occasionally with holiday apartments and houses. The softly, rounded summits offer beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, valleys and castles to hikersHiking
Hiking is an outdoor activity which consists of walking in natural environments, often in mountainous or other scenic terrain. People often hike on hiking trails. It is such a popular activity that there are numerous hiking organizations worldwide. The health benefits of different types of hiking...
and holidaymakers, as well as a variety of sporting facilities.