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Tuesday, Mar 26

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Czech Republic Holds Open Gardens Weekend 2024

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More than 200 private sites and gardens will become accessible to the public! On 8 and 9 June, residents and tourists in the Czech Republic will be allowed to visit and explore gardens that are otherwise inaccessible throughout the year.…

Saturday, Mar 23

21

Spaní na Medu: A “Glamping” Experience on Honey

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Glamping is getting more and more popular, and it’s completely understandable. However, what about connecting glamping with the healthy benefits of bees? You can experience this unique connection only in Spaní na medu, which can be…

Monday, Mar 18

14

Prague Will Darken Monuments for Earth Hour 2024

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Czechs will join millions of people around the globe in turning off their lights for 60 minutes on March 23 starting at 8:30 pm local time in a symbolic show of support for the Earth Hour campaign against climate change. Earth Hour will…

Thursday, Mar 14

17

Step Back in Time: Prague’s City Centre to Host Retro-Car Rally

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The traditional the 1000 Miles of Czechoslovakia (1000 mil československých) race will be held in the heart of Prague on June 12. A summer staple for collectors in the Czech Republic, the long-distance road rally revives the spirit of the…

Wednesday, Mar 13

22

Celebrate Like an Irish: St. Patrick’s Day 2024 in Prague

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St. Patrick’s Day falls on Sunday, March 17th, a public holiday in Ireland and Northern Ireland in honor of Patrick of Ireland, Ireland’s first Christian missionary. The originally ecclesiastical festival has now turned into a colorful…

Tuesday, Mar 12

08

Czechia Joined NATO 25 Years Ago

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Together with Poland and Hungary, the Czech Republic joined NATO on March 12, 1999. The anniversary will also be commemorated by a flypast of fighter jets over Prague. The admission of three former Eastern Bloc countries to the Alliance…

Monday, Mar 11

11

3 Sayings About Czech People Explained

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Czechs have a lot of sayings and some about themselves. Here are 3 of them and we will not only explain what they mean but also where they come from. Golden Czech Hands (Zlaté české ručičky) Zlaté české ručičky or Golden Czech Hands refers…

Sunday, Mar 3

21

Karlín, an Ancient Neighborhood With a Young Spirit

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Karlin is a neighborhood located in the heart of Prague, known for its charming architecture, picturesque streets, and vibrant culture. With a rich history and a promising future, Karlin has become a hotspot for tourists and locals alike.…

Monday, Feb 26

08

Legend of Boiled Eggs Comes to Life on Prague’s Charles Bridge

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One of the most renowned stories associated with Prague’s Charles Bridge will be brought to life. The Vajíčkobraní, a medieval costumed parade of peasants handing over a cartload of boiled eggs from the municipality of Velvara to the…

Wednesday, Feb 21

10

Soup’s On! Polívkování Soup Festival Returns to Prague on March 2nd

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Soup festival will take place at Smíchovská náplavka on March 2nd. “Polívkování” (the name comes from Polívka = a soup) offers a huge variety of soups from around the world. You can taste Czech soups such as potato cream, kulajda or tripe…

Tuesday, Feb 20

09

Matějská Pouť Funfair Opens on February 24

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The Czech Republic’s biggest funfair Matějská pouť opens its gates at Prague’s exhibition grounds in Holešovice on Saturday, February 24. Originally a pilgrimage to the nearby church of St Matthew, the fair now offers some 115 attractions…

Tuesday, Jan 30

12

15 Beautiful Color Pics That Capture Street Scenes of Prague in the 1980s

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These beautiful color pics were taken by Simon K that show street scenes of Prague in 1987. xosotin chelseathông tin chuyển nhượngcâu lạc bộ bóng đá arsenalbóng đá atalantabundesligacầu thủ haalandUEFAevertonfutebol ao…

Saturday, Jan 27

10

When Depeche Mode Visited Prague in 1988

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The Czech Republic was still struggling with the communist regime in 1988 and Depeche Mode were one of the very first bands from the western part of the World to come and perform in the country. The interest in the concert that took place…

Tuesday, Jan 23

21

Zabijačka: A Traditional Czech Celebration of Pork and Community

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The Czech Republic is known for its rich culture and delicious cuisine, and one tradition that embodies both of these elements is the annual “zabijačka.” This event, which typically takes place in the winter months, is a celebration of…

17

The Old House Signs and Their Mysterious Stories

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Thanks to modern technology, it’s easy to get where you need to go by entering the exact address into a navigation system. But how did people navigate before, especially in the days when houses weren’t numbered? The answer to this question…

Monday, Jan 15

11

Jan Palach’s Self-Immolation: 55 Years Ago

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January 16 marks exactly 51 years since Czech student Jan Palach’s self-immolation at the top of Wenceslas Square that would lead to his death in hospital three days later.

Saturday, Jan 6

18

7 Tips to Get Motivated to Learn the Czech Language

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If you are planning to learn or are already learning the Czech language, you need to be motivated. Let’s face it, there are many nightmarish elements, such as pronunciation of ř, using correct word endings and understanding peoples’ fast…

Saturday, Dec 30

10

How to Celebrate “New Year’s Eve” Like a Czech

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The New Year is celebrated in the Czech Republic similar to traditions we see around the world – with friends, and relatives, at pubs, concerts, and restaurants. The New Year is greeted with champagne, cheers, and firework shows near city…

Tuesday, Dec 26

12

Chlebíčky, the Legendary Czech Party Food

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A little bit of language first. The full name is obložený chlebíček (singular) or obložené chlebíčky (plural) which literally means “small garnished bread(s)”. However, if you say just chlebíček or chlebíčky, everybody in the Czech…

Sunday, Dec 17

18

A Jump Into the Past: 20 Frozen Vltava Pictures

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Whilst it hasn’t happened since 1978, the Vltava used to freeze over fairly frequently, although it wasn’t very safe to skate or walk across. The change occurred when a series of dams and weirs were built downstream which mitigated the…

Sunday, Dec 10

19

Prague City Hall: No Fireworks on New Year’s Eve

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Prague will not once again not hold its traditional New Year’s fireworks show on January 1, and the city is not planning any alternative event. The Czech capital did not host its annual fireworks show in 2021 or 2022 due to the pandemic…

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December 24: Warm Up With a Free Bowl of Christmas Soup in Old Town Square

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Old Town Square will again serve free fish soup from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to anyone who wants some. On Christmas Eve, 24 December, you can enjoy the traditional Christmas fish soup for free in the center of Prague. The traditional event will…

Monday, Dec 4

11

Live Christmas Chorus to Pop Up at Hlavní Nádraží

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The Czech Christmas Mass also commonly known as “Rybovka”, is an inherent part of the pre-Christmas season. The church composition written in Czech by Jakub Jan Ryba retells the story of the announcement of Christ’s birth and the arrival…

Friday, Dec 1

22

The Czech Christmas Tradition of Mikuláš

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There’s a lot of things we love about Czech culture, but there’s nothing quite as amazing as the annual Christmas tradition of Mikuláš. Who is Mikuláš? In the Czech Republic, Mikuláš (Saint Nicholas) typically has a long white beard and…

Thursday, Nov 30

11

Advent Time: Angels Will Come to Prague!

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The Advent Sundays in Prague will see life-size angel puppets and the city will flare with the islands of live art. The event will be part of the winter edition of the street theatre festival Za dveřmi. A total of seven processions are…

Sunday, Nov 26

17

Sweat it Out: The 10 Best Saunas in Prague

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Looking for the best saunas in Prague? Clear your calendar, as the capital’s top saunas, will have you hot and heavy for a good ol’ pamper session. Whether it’s pounding the pavement to see the top Prague attractions or the daily hassle of…

Wednesday, Nov 22

20

Prague’s Festive Transport Fleet Hits the Streets on December 2

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On December 2, 2023, the Prague Transport Company will unveil its “Christmas fleet” – trams and buses decorated in the festive spirit. The ceremonial lighting of the vehicles will take place at Vozovna Střešovice tram depot at 17:00. The…

Saturday, Nov 18

17

All About Slivovitz: The Museum in Prague Dedicated to This Plum Spirit

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The Slivovitz Brand is world-renowned for its delicious fruit brandy. If you go to U Lužického semináře 116 near Malostranská tram station you can’t miss the Slivovitz Museum R. JELÍNEK with its interactive exhibition, a tasting bar with a…

Sunday, Nov 12

13

What to Know About Czechoslovakia’s Velvet Revolution

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On Nov. 17, 1989, student protesters filled the streets of Prague. It was eight days after the fall of the Berlin Wall, and the same tide of freedom that had swept Berlin seemed to have come to the Czech capital. Police tried to beat back…

Saturday, Nov 11

16

Prague Planetarium Will be the Most Modern in the World

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The Prague Planetarium is undergoing an unprecedented renovation as it updates its outdated display system with cutting-edge LED Dome technology. This technology will include 45 million LEDs distributed across the entire dome, making the…