Czechia, also known as the Czech Republic, is a landlocked country located in Central Europe. The country is home to numerous cultural and historical landmarks, including the medieval Charles Bridge and the gothic St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague, the country's capital city. Beyond the cities, Czechia boasts beautiful natural landscapes, such as the rolling hills of Moravia and the Bohemian Forest. Czechia has a rich and complex history, including periods of German and Soviet occupation during the 20th century. However, it has also been the site of numerous cultural and intellectual achievements, including the establishment of the Czech language during the 19th century Czech National Revival.