Ostrava, Czech Republic. Once part of the Eastern Bloc, it emulates the vibe of West Virginia nestled inside deep Slavic territory. In the 1800s the Industrial Revolution spread through Ostrava and the rest of Moravia, brought forth by the Habsburg Empire. Steel kept the town prosperous. Steel provided jobs, new funds for municipal buildings and roads, and imbued a sense of pride in the region.
The steel production has slowed, however in its modern form the steel plant somewhat surprisingly still churns out 3.6 million tonnes per year. Its pipes and towers bless the new town in industrial bliss. The square outside the Hotel Veronika is a perfect place to relax with the locals, reject underage minors' attempts to take your e-cigarettes, and to nurse a hangover with meat and potatoes.
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