Bohemia
Bohemia
Bohemia (pronunciation: /boʊˈhiːmiə/) is a historical region in central Europe, occupying the western two-thirds of the traditional Czech lands. It is located in the contemporary Czech Republic with its capital in Prague.
Etymology
The etymology of Bohemia derives from the Boii, a Celtic tribe who inhabited the area from around the 4th century BC. The Latin term Boiohaemum was first recorded by the Roman historian Tacitus, which means "home of the Boii".
Related Terms
- Czech Republic: The country in which Bohemia is located.
- Prague: The capital city of Bohemia.
- Moravia: The eastern part of the Czech lands, often associated with Bohemia.
- Celtic tribes: The Boii, a Celtic tribe, is the origin of the name Bohemia.
- Roman historian Tacitus: The first to record the term Boiohaemum.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bohemia
- Wikipedia's article - Bohemia
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