Top 10 list of the most-visited Czech castles reveals some surprises
Many well-known Czech castles and monuments have seen a drastic drop in attendance while some lesser-knowns see more visitors than ever before.
New Škoda Museum near Prague presents proud history of Czech carmaker
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Only a short trip from the capital, Svět škodovek presents unique prototypes and special productions from the legendary Czech brand.
Prague 9 plans a new neighborhood that takes its cues from Milan and Hamburg
The district intends to buy the land and plan the neighborhood, near O2 Arena, and then get developers involved in the process.
Heydrich assassination could become a significant day on the Czech calendar
Supporters want May 27 to be the Day of National Defiance, while opponents say the events are already sufficiently remembered.
Prague is bringing two historic paternoster elevators back into service
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Non-stop open elevators bring a special element to some of Prague’s listed buildings, but some are in poor condition.
U.S. veteran who liberated Pilsen during Second World War dies aged 99
The Pilsen Memorial will pay homage to veteran Colonel Earl Ingram by hoisting the U.S. and Czech flags as well as a black mourning flag.
Czech Statehood Day sees shops closed for Tuesday's national holiday
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10th-century ruler St. Wenceslas, the spiritual protector of the Czech lands, is honored on September 28.
Great gardens: Prague’s Baroque oases are among the world’s best
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Two gardens in the Czech capital's Malá Strana district were featured in a ranking that includes London's Kew Gardens Luxembourg Gardens in Paris.
World-renowned photographer Koudelka donates 2,000 photos to Czech Republic
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The majority of the photos, including his most iconic, will go to the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague.
Haunting black-and-white photos mark 80 years since deportation of Czech Jews began
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Photos documenting 30 years of Holocaust memorials are a highlight of over a month of commemorative performances, exhibits, and events.
Czech schools must hoist the nation's flag even on state and summer holidays
Far-right SPD party pushed to keep the obligation in the currently pending amendment to the flag law.
Czech Republic's Konopiště Castle to welcome back ceremonial shield stolen by the Nazis
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The castle, accessible as a day trip from Prague, features extensive displays of medieval armor and weaponry collected by Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
Malaysian Royal Fund buys historic Czech chateau and promises major renovation
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The new owners of Protivín Chateau want to create a hotel while opening part of the house and adjacent gardens to the public through major investments.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for September 3, 2021
Prague's National Museum celebrates return of the whale, ruling ANO party launches election campaign, more than 700 heritage sites to open in September.
Prague uncovered: Libeň district celebrates 120 years since merging with Prague
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The working class neighborhood is remembered for Operation Anthropoid and Bohumil Hrabal.
Forget Czechia vs. Czech Republic, why not Bohemia? Economist suggests a radical name change
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Bohemia is instantly recognizable not only as a place but as a way of life, economist and author Tomáš Sedláček argues.
'Pat & Mat' turn 45: The iconic Czech cartoon duo is gaining fans worldwide
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The clumsy handymen featured in the stop-motion, non-verbal cartoons have broken into the HBO top 10 across nine countries.
