Plzen

This western Bohemian city is the Czech Republic's fourth biggest and is best known as the birthplace and name of Pilsner beer. St Bartholemew's Cathedral, the Great Synagogue, and the Renaissance-style Town Hall are must-sees for anybody interested in architecture.

Plzen is a thriving economic hub, home to breweries such as Pilsner Urquell and the prestigious University of West Bohemia, the country's top law school. Pilsner beer, invented by Bavarian brewer Josef Groll in the city in 1842, is famous all over the world. The huge brewery near the center of town produces two of the Czech Republic's most famous beer brands, Pilsner Urquell and Gambrinus.

The Gothic St. Bartholomew's Cathedral, Renaissance City Hall, Baroque restoration of the Archdeacon's home and Franciscan Monastery, and the recently re-opened Great Synagogue of Pilsen are among the many architectural marvels of Plzen.

• Location: Plzeň-City, Czech Republic
• Timing: 8AM - 5PM
• Famous for: Pilsner beer
• Entry Fee: 120 CZK
• Best Time To Visit: August is the busiest tourism month in Plzen, Czechia, followed by July and September.