The Czech Republic Beyond Prague: A Taste of Olomouc

Published: Dec. 24, 2008, 3 p.m.

b"The astronomical clock of Olomouc \\u2014 destroyed by the Nazis in World War II \\u2014 was rebuilt under Communism in 1953. In good social realist style, you see earnest chemists and heroic mothers rather than holy saints and Virgin Marys. And this is where you can sample the notorious cheese of Moravia, purportedly the stinkiest in the whole country. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series \\u2014 including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more \\u2014 visit www.ricksteves.com."