Czech castles invite merry makers to holiday markets and other festive events
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This holiday season, several historical sites will have special decorations, tours, events, and live Nativity scenes.
Google Arts & Culture launches digital collection of Czech art
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Mucha, Toyen, Cubism and more: A new digital space is devoted to Czech art, architecture, and design.
Survey finds that 40 percent of Czechs believe rape victims are 'partly responsible'
A study by Amnesty International finds that a considerable proportion of Czechs place blame on rape victims.
Statue of Putin goblin replaces controversial monument of Russian marshal in Prague
The statue will remain in Bubeneč for 30 days after which it will be auctioned off to raise money for weapons for Ukraine.
Czech culture this week: Sing along to Figaro or Karel Gott
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Plus: kaleidoscopes, tomography, art installations, and Let the Right One In.
Historic Czech locales celebrate 30 years of UNESCO status
Prague, Český Krumlov, and Telč became the first Czech locations to make the UNESCO World Heritage List on December 4, 1992.
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Christmas gets underway in Prague
Last Saturday saw Old Town Square's newly installed Christmas tree light up, marking the start of markets, festivities, and even decorated garbage trucks.
20 holiday gift ideas from Czechia for every budget and style
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Whether you go big or go small, shop local! Our gift guide aims to take the guesswork out of what to buy this year.
Prague Archdiocese plans to sell iconic bell tower and buy flats to rent out
The Catholic Church in Czechia is planning for its financial future after 2030, when it stops receiving state support.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Czechs reading habits, Russian oil, a tiny water lily, and other buzzworthy Czech headlines.
This weekend in Prague: Anastacia and Lord of the Dance are here after a long wait
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Plus: Get some holiday shopping done at special markets, see some classic films on the big screen, or attend devil parades.
Plan to rebuild Prague's iconic railway bridge condemned by preservationists
Prague Deputy Mayor Scheinherr and the Club for Old Prague say they were unsuccessful in their efforts to save the 120-year-old iron bridge.
Russian singers see their events canceled in Prague for Putin-friendly views
Grigory Leps and Stas Mikhailov will no longer perform at Forum Karlín following a Twitter user's posts underlining their pro-war beliefs.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Workplace accidents, train strike in Austria, Kupka painting and other buzzworthy Czech headlines for Nov. 28, 2022.
'A very high-quality assessment – for a woman.' Czech football pundit's remark sparks debate
Workplace sexism is still common in Czechia, especially in technical and other male-dominated industries.
Czech culture this week: Italian and Asian film take over Prague cinemas
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Plus: Anastacia sings, Czech drama premieres, and nostalgic pop from Canada.
Prague Castle's art gallery will reopen to the public for first time since 2019
One of the most popular attractions at Prague Castle will reopen to the public in January after lengthy renovations complicated by the pandemic.
