Timeless Czech Villages in the Banat Region of Romania

In the southern part of Romania and along the River Danube, you will find six timeless Czech villages with an estimated 2,000 Czech inhabitants. These ‘Banat Czechs’ as they are called have been in the area for approximately 200 years, since between 1823-1828. They live in very ethnic and timeless Czech villages in the Banat...

History, PEOPLE

February 4, 2020

Jihlava – The Oldest Mining Town in Czech Republic

In the middle of a wide hilly region, with many forests and ponds, known as Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, lies an ancient town called Jihlava. When people think of the Czech Republic, most of them instantly have a visual image of Prague. But the lesser known city of Jihlava has a long and interesting history and is...

Czech Republic, PLACES

January 30, 2019

The Instagram Photos of Jerzy Michalka

Jerzy Michalka is a Czech photographer on Instagram. Not much is known about him accept for the fact that he uses a Nikon D7200 and with it he takes some of the most breathtaking photos of our favorite place, Czech Republic! Jerzy photographs not only pictures of the capital, Prague but all around other surrounding...

CULTURE, Photography

August 8, 2018

The Beautiful Caves of The Moravian Karst

The Moravian Karst is a beautiful protected nature reserve covering an area a little under 100 square kilometers with a collection of some of the most explored limestone caves in all of Europe. With over 1,100 caverns and gorges (4 of these caves are open to public) it is the ideal location for hikers and...

Czech Republic, PLACES

February 14, 2018

The Black Chapel or Černá Kaple of Holešov

The Black Chapel (or Černá Kaple) is a funeral chapel built on the side of the parish church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Holešov, Czech Republic. The chapel was built on July, 25th, 1748 by the Bishop of Olomouc and Cardinal Ferdinand Julius, the Count of Troy. The owner of the entire estate was František Antonín Rottal, who...

Architecture, CULTURE

February 7, 2018

A Brief History of The Estates Theater, Prague

The Estates Theater, or Stavovské Divadlo as it is more commonly known in Czech is Prague’s oldest theatre, and one of the most beautiful theater buildings in all of Europe. Built in the late 18th century and designed by Czech architect Anton Haffenecker, its construction, which only lasted two years was started by aristocrat František Antonín...

Architecture, CULTURE

January 31, 2018

The Baroque Luxury Hotel Known As The Alchymist Grand Hotel & Spa

Located just a short stroll away from the splendid Prague Castle and the infamous Charles Bridge, The Alchymist Grand Hotel & Spa is a Baroque style hotel which serves as the perfect place to stay while on vacation in Prague. The luxury boutique hotel boasts both historic charm and modern comfort, combining a beautiful baroque...

Hotels

January 23, 2018

The Honest Guide to The City of Prague

The Honest Guide is a YouTube channel created and run by Janek Rubes, and Honza Mikulka. Two Czech born travel vloggers who travel all around the world. Though they have separate vlogging channels, they dedicated this one to episodes based mostly on guides to the city of Prague (Don’t worry, they also feature many other cities...

PLACES, Prague

January 7, 2018

Solenická Podkova, The Czech Horseshoe Bend

Solenická Podkova is a tourist attraction in Zduchovice, in the Příbram District of the Czech Republic. It is a curve in the Vltava river which creates an amazing effect when viewed from above. This is not only a lovely village to visit simply to see an interesting new part of The Czech Republic, but the view...

Czech Republic, PLACES

January 6, 2018

Magical Photographs of The Czech Capital

The Czech Republic is a magnificent country and its capital, Prague, is known as one of the most picturesque and magical cities in Europe. With its gothic architecture, charming bridges, and cobblestone streets, it attracts tourists from all over the world. People come to admire the beautiful views of the city, to take photographs of...

PLACES, Prague

November 13, 2017

The Beautiful Vineyards of Znojmo

Znojmo is a town located in the southern region of the South Moravian Region of the Czech Republic. The town itself rises high above on a rock outcropping on the steep left bank of the Thaya (Dyje) River. It is located near the border with Austria, and connects to Vienna by railway and road. The...

Czech Republic, PLACES

June 22, 2017

The Fastest Way to Get Around Prague – Blanka Tunnel

My brother recently came back from a trip to Prague. Among all of his stories of his adventures at the theater, walking the city, and seeing family, a story came up where he said he was driving across the city and reached a tunnel that went on for miles and miles. I was surprised to...

PLACES, Prague

June 18, 2017

The Elegant Barceló Brno Palace Hotel

Staying at the Barceló Brno Palace Hotel is just like staying at a palace, fully loaded with spacious rooms and lovely service. This luxury 5 star hotel is in the heart of Brno and literally close to everything you’d want to see and explore. Brno is one of the Czech Republics biggest cities besides Prague...

Hotels, PLACES

June 16, 2017

An Orloj Replica in Hongdae, South Korea

Though from the outside you may be tricked into thinking this building is located in the center of Prague, Castle Praha is actually a Czech brewery and restaurant located in the town of Mapo-gu, in the Hongdae region of Seoul, South Korea. The exterior of Castle Praha was made by Koreans to look just like Prague´s Old...

Architecture, CULTURE