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Písek: City with the Oldest Bridge in Czechia
Písek is a picturesque town with the oldest bridge in Central Europe, but also with diverse nature. You can explore ponds and hills around the city, and stop by the medieval chateau Blatná. Písek City Center Do you know where you…
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Havlíčkovy sady: Vineyards in Grebovka
Havlíčkovy sady, the second largest park in Prague, is also known by locals as Grébovka, after the famous villa standing there. In the middle of the park is a vineyard where you can taste the local vine all over the year.…
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Želízy: Visit the Creepy Devil Heads
If you are discovering small villages North of Prague, you might be surprised by the Devil Heads looking down on you while you are driving. If you are curious, you might discover several pieces of this artist in the area. Do…
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Bohemian Switzerland: Famous Lookouts Around Jetřichovice
You might already know the Pravčická Gate, but the local heart of Bohemian Switzerland lies in Jetřichovice. Let’s explore the fascinating viewpoints and remnants of medieval Bohemian history. Jetřichovice is a picturesque village full of wooden houses, and also a…
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Příbram: Czech Gulag and Mining Tour Underground
During the Austrian-Hungarian Empire, our territory was popular for ore mining. During the Cold War, our natural resources of uranium were crucial for the Soviet Union, to produce nuclear weapons. Today, you can have a tour around labor camp and mining…
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David Černý: Bizzare Sculpture Walk Around Prague
David Černý is our most well know and controversial artist. You can find his artwork almost all around Prague. This article is going to take you to walk around his 16 pieces. Let’s explore it together. Černý gained its first…
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Lidice: Final Solution of the WW2
The village Lidice supposed to be wiped off the map during WW2. In 1942, Hitler ordered to kill all the inhabitants, after the successful assassination of Nazi ruler Reinhard Heydrich. If you are interested in the story behind the disappearance of…
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Terezín: Memorial of the Painful History
Originally, Terezín was constructed as a fortress to defend Bohemian lands. Paradoxically, it became a prison for people defending their country and for people of Jewish origin. What I found interesting are two different faces of Terezín, because life in Small…
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DOX: The Center for Contemporary Art
The DOX Centre for Contemporary Art was selected as the best gallery in Prague by the local visitors already several times. This gallery has exceptional exhibitions reflecting current topics in our society. Furthermore, on the top of the DOX, you can…
