The number of tourists visiting Prague grew by 28 percent so far in 2023
The number of tourists coming to Prague from Asia has doubled this year, according to new data released by Prague City Tourism.
Prague Mayor serves Christmas soup at Old Town Square
Bohuslav Svoboda took part in the annual tradition of serving carp soup on Old Town Square this afternoon as Prague welcomes the Christmas holidays.
Prague offers free admission to attractions in lieu of New Year's Day fireworks
The Czech capital won't be hosting an official New Year's fireworks show once again this year, but a number of attractions will open for a symbolic fee.
Prague street named after Soviet marshal has been officially rebranded
As of today, the three-kilometer Koněvova Street in Prague 3 has officially become Hartigova Street, named after the first mayor of Žižkov.
Prague to build expansive new water sports center in Troja
The existing canoe slalom course for athletes on the Vltava river will be expanded with new amenities for the general public.
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Prague to remove over a hundred advertising stands from the city center
Dozens of free-standing advertising stands in the city center currently feature an urban camouflage motif, and will be removed in the coming months.
News in brief for July 18: Top headlines for Tuesday in Czechia
Czechia to deepen trade ties with Latin America, drought conditions worsening, and more top stories for July 18, 2023.
Prague district to deploy falcons to take care of pigeon problem
Prague 14 is raising two young peregrine falcons to hunt and scare off pigeons that have been overpopulating in the district.
Keep cool in Prague with mist, fountains, and air-conditioned trams
While the current heatwave should subside this weekend, above-average temperatures are expected for most of the summer.
Impressive growth in Czech housing construction: Second highest number of new flats since 2000
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The largest share of new flats was in Central Bohemia, while the Karlovy Vary region had the worst performance.
Prague holds onto its crown as Czechia's most livable haven – do you agree?
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The Czech capital was praised for its healthcare and education but needs to improve in environmental and security aspects.
Dinner at Prague Castle! Community event unites the Czech capital on June 12
A 400-meter-long table in the shape of a heart will surround St. Vitus Cathedral on Monday evening, continuing a new community tradition.
Annual long-distance hike from Prague to Prčice kicks off today
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The annual pilgrimage has taken place since 1966, and now covers a total of 70 kilometers between the Czech capital and Central Bohemian town.
Prague's new airport railway line to connect to main train station
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Initially only expected to connect with city-center Masarykovo nádraží train station, the new line will also head to Prague's main train station.
Freedom convoy marking end of World War II begins journey from Prague to Pilsen
US ambassador to Czechia Bijan Sabet drew parallels between the aggression eight decades ago and the war in Ukraine.
News in brief for April 28: Man confesses to setting devastating fire in Czech national park
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Friday, April 28, 2023, updated regularly to keep you up to speed.
Stunning glass grid selected as new design for Prague's Českomoravská metro
The glass and enamel design matches other stations on the metro B line, and protects the station from the harsh groundwater.
