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The National Day of the Arab Republic of Egypt
On the occasion of the National Day of the Arab Republic of Egypt (Anniversary of the Revolution of July 1952), H.E. Mr. Mahmoud Mostafa AFIFI, the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt, hosted a reception at the beautiful residence garden in Prague- Vinohrady. The honored speaker was Mr. Jiří Kozák, First Deputy Minister of […]...

Colombia’s Independence Day
On the occasion of the 215th anniversary of the Independence of Colombia, and in gratitude for your support in the process of opening the Embassy of Colombia in the Czech Republic, H.E. Mrs. Solangel Ortiz Mejía, hosted an event at the Hotel NH Collection Prague Carlo IV. Watch the video with the speech of H.E. Mrs. […]...

The 98th Anniversary of the Founding of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army
On the Occasion of the 98th Anniversary of the Founding of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army, the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the Czech Republic, H.E. Mr. FENG Biao, and the Defense Attaché of the People’s Republic of China, Senior Colonel JIANG Lei, hosted a reception at the Chinese Embassy in Prague. […]...

Ozzy Osbourne’s Czech legacy: Hit covers, sitcom glory, and wild nights
Heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne passed away on July 22nd, at the age of 76. The frontman of Black Sabbath leaves behind a lasting impact on music and culture, no less so in Czechia. Local stars drew inspiration from the band’s legendary hits, as Czech fans of the rock singer continue to celebrate his memorable […]...

Holašovice Peasant Festival brings Czech traditions to life in South Bohemia
Each summer, the UNESCO-listed village of Holašovice in South Bohemia transforms into a lively celebration of Czech heritage. Thousands of visitors come for the Peasant Festival, where handmade crafts, folk music, and traditional costumes take center stage. And at the end of August, the historic village green will host a unique outdoor performance of Smetana’s […]...

Japan to Canada, brewing own Czech-style beer is a global phenomenon
Beer is famously one of Czechia’s top exports with a great deal of historical, cultural, and economic significance. Along with the beverage itself, the distribution of ingredients and diffusion of know-how has allowed brewers from all corners of the world to take a stab at their own Czech-style lager. As it turns out, with remarkable […]...

Where Prague feels like a village: exploring Kajetánka and its neighbors
In this episode of Prague Off the Beaten Track, we visit Kajetánka—a hidden gem in Prague 6 that once housed a monastery and vineyard. Today it’s a peaceful park with historic surroundings and hardly any tourists. If you’re looking for a quiet place to wander or have a picnic, this might be your new favorite […]...

Hrádek u Nechanic: A piece of England in eastern Bohemia
The Hrádek u Nechanic Castle, a national cultural monument, is often referred to as a piece of England in eastern Bohemia. This charming building was constructed between 1839 and 1857 by František Arnošt, Count of Harrach, a member of the Jilemnice family line. The romantic neo-Gothic building resembles a stone butterfly with outstretched wings. See […]...