Charles IV was a cosmopolitan king who could speak several languages fluently. It is also a king through his vision modernized Prague. Read more on a king with a particular path and main monuments he left Prague.
Category: Miscellaneous
Few painters in Prague
Czech painters have influenced several generations of painters. Read more about artists who represented Prague with their own styles and codes.
Franz Kafka
Franz Kafka is a literary genius who was born and grew up in Prague. Read more about his life, an author unclassifiable, tormented, living in constant fear.
Wenceslas square
Wenceslas square was founded by Charles IV during the 14th century. Today it is one of the most famous place in Prague. Read more about this square.
Valentine’s Day in the Czech Republic
Saint Valentine’s Day is the annual commemoration of love celebrated on February 14th. The history of Valentine’s Day celebrations started in the middle ages, but for the Czech’s it has only been celebrated for a few decades..
Brno’s Ossuary
The discovery of the ossuary under the St. James Church in Brno is now the second largest ossuary in Europe! Learn more about its creation, discovery, and renovation.
Differences between Life in the Czech Republic and USA
After spending the last month in the U.S., I have noticed some of the similarities, and the differences between the U.S. and the Czech Republic. Learn more about some of the differences between life in the U.S. and in Czech Republic.
Charles Bridge
Everybody knows Charles Bridge. Discover the history of the only bridge over Vlatva river until 1741.
Brno’s Tales and Legends
Every town and city has legends that have been told for many years, Brno is no exception; this city has many tales that help tell the city’s dynamic history.
Christmas and New Years in Czech Republic
Christmas and New Years are the most exciting time of the year. Read how the Czechs celebrate St.Nicholas day, Christmas day, and ring in the New Year.