Olomouc has always been one of the most important cities of the Czech Republic. There is not such a beautiful city in Moravia, Olomouc is charming for its history and its ancient monuments. Olomouc is, after Prague, the second largest urban conservation in the Czech Republic - with population of 100.000 people and a rich history it is one of the most beautiful places in Central Europe. With its convenient location, ancient university and spiritual, cultural and craft traditions Olomouc has been for centuries a centre of Moravia, attractive to artists, intellectuals and businessmen. In 2000, The Holy Trinity Column, which dominates Olomouc city center, was registered on the World Heritage List UNESCO.