Orel and friends is a space dedicated to Czech craft, located in the historical area of Malá strana in Prague, in the Nerudova street. This space is somewhere between a souvenir shop, an art gallery and a concept store. You will find there a unique selection coming from around 30 local artists: ceramics, wooden toys, jewelry, leather books, photos, notebooks, posters, handbags. Some of the goods were specially designed for us in close cooperation with the artists. Behind Orel and friends there’s Stéphane Corbet, a French living in Prague for 17 years. He personally selected the work of around 30 artists. Why Orel and friends? Orel means eagle in Czech language. The shop is located in the house of the red eagle. “In Prague there are only four houses with such a name. Hazard? Destiny? Call it as you want but I had no other choice than to associate the eagle to my project which I did through the name Orel and friends as well as in the logo,” said Stéphane. “The most personal part of the project is that I am as well proposing my photos of Czech hiking trail markers as well as some goods imagined and designed with...
Kinský Gardens are an area of 22 hectares located in Prague 5, on the southeastern slope of Petřin Hill and separated from the other Petřin gardens by the Hunger Wall, built by Charles IV. The best idea is to use the entrance gate on the top of Petřín Hill, between the Rose Garden and the Strahov Dormitory. In the garden, you will find a wooden church and the Kinský Summer Palace with a National Museum ethnographic exhibition. Woods originally occupied the area and then were replaced by vineyards. Prince Rudolf Kinský bought several vineyards on the hillside of Petřín intending to build an extensive garden and a summer residence. The Kinský Folly, located between Lesser Town and Smíchov, is now called the Kinský Summerhouse. Was built between 1827–1831 by the architect Heinrich Koch and since 1901, this unique summerhouse is an ethnographical museum. In 1922, the museum became part of the National Museum. It documents the traditional folk culture of the Czech lands, Bohemia, Moravia and Silesia, presenting everyday rural life in the 19th and 20th centuries. The ethnographic exhibition is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm for only 70 CZK. After visiting the museum,...
Already redesigned for an all-weather cozy experience, Manifesto Markets in Smichov and Florenc created a magical holiday experience. Winter holiday-styled market will be inaugurated on November 20th at both locations, complete with Christmas trees, lights and aromatic traditional drinks and food. The remaining weeks until the end of this year are the last opportunity to explore Manifesto Smichov, covered recently by Dezeen for its design and architectural qualities. At Smichov, six igloos will be surrounded by containers decorated with ribbon, turning them into giant “gift boxes”. On January 2nd, Manifesto Smichov will close at its current location, as originally planned. At Manifesto Florenc, the designers are adding vintage chandeliers above its iconic long communal table, covered with a fabric roof. As a gift to the visitors, Manifesto will host several free concerts and music nights. OUR TIP: Manifesto Winter Market Opening Program 20. 11. Manifesto Winter Market Opening | Manifesto Smíchov | Juwana Jenkins, DJ Tris Kayo More info here 20. 11. Manifesto Winter Market Opening | Manifesto Florenc | Concert Trombenik More info here A five-meter tree from Czech countryside will be lit-up for the first time on Wednesday Nov 20th, at both locations, and powered by renewable...
How do we make the best line up for November even better? For the end of the month, Duplex is delighted to announce two big gigs! On Thursday 28th – Dutch DJ Jaap de Vries who is standing on the stage behind the project Zonderling and on Friday 29th – young talent from Melbourne, Australia who will play in the Czech Republic for the very first time: Throttle! Supporting DJs will be the cream of the Czech scene. For the Thursday with Zonderling it will be the resident DJs – Deep Deer, Tokátko, Namaas, and Nick Martino. Friday event with Throttle will have support by Denis Weisz, Tom Hart, YLLOW and Matis & Mirasso. Zonderling has created their own version of today’s electronic dance music. Freaky sounds by a headstrong duo working on musical impulses, leading to a streak of powerful releases with a character of their own. In a world where genres and rule books aren’t part of the plan, you’ll find the Dutch duo Zonderling, comprised of producer Martijn van Sonderen and DJ Jaap de Vries. Their sound could be described as unusual but gratifyingly captivating. Whether it’s Don Diablo’s edit of ‘Tunnel Vision’, numerous remixes for the likes...
A few years ago, Sweden suddenly had the most innovative music scene in Europe with groups like The Knife, Little Dragon, and Jose Gonzalez to name just a few acclaimed on the international scene. Movits! joined this tier, but with even better sales internationally, by combining hip-hop and old-time jazz in a new direction—or at least it was new when they got started about a decade ago. After all, jazz and hip-hop have been joined at the hips since the beginning of hip-hop and in the UK with the Acid Jazz scene since the mid-90s, but hip-hoppers had never fully reached out to Swing, the golden age of jazz (the 1930s through 1950s), when swing dancing was the rage in America and Europe. And so, it took Movits!, a trio from Lulea, in northern Sweden to finally bridge these worlds. Movits! debut album in 2008 “Appelkynckarjazz” which translates in English as “Stealing apples jazz-style” combined the high-energy acoustic swing jazz of Django Reinhardt with the power of swing orchestras (thanks to modern electronics). Actually, it was only after hearing the Benny Goodman classic “Sing Sing Sing” at a party, that the brothers Anders & Johan got the idea to merge...
Shared services thrive in the capital. The same is true of so-called carsharing. The number of cars in this segment could almost double in the coming months. The first foreign player entered the market this past spring. The Anytime multinational service first deployed a hundred cars to Prague’s streets. Now it intends to expand its fleet by another two hundred vehicles. Next year, the German Volkswagen is considering entering the Prague market with the WeShare service, whose electric car has already proved its worth in Berlin. The Hungarian GreenGo is also planning to expand this year, which will also offer around a hundred electric vehicles in the capital. According to experts, carsharing services, along with well-functioning public transport and taxis, can make part of society decide not to own a car. “In a large Prague-like agglomeration, one shared car can replace up to ten parked cars in the streets,” explains Kryštof Kruliš, Chairman of the Consumer Forum Board. Car sharing will soon find a use for small entrepreneurs, as well. At least the director of the Institute of Circular Economy Soňa Jonášová thinks so. “It is important not to try to apply these new concepts in every area and field....
Saunas, steam baths and massages are clearly a part of the modern style of life, but mental and physical relaxation and therapy has actually been helping people since time immemorial. The warm dry air warms and cleanses the body and soul while a massage loosens up tired muscles. Where can you find the best and most interesting sauna complexes in Prague? Lázně na Lodi A sauna on a boat with a view of the river and the Prague castle. Seriously, can it get any better? It is a very small place though and fits only 15 people at the same time, so reservations via their website are highly recommended, maybe even a few days in advance. Open daily 18-23, 70 CZK per person for half an hour. Biotop Radotin Radotin is quite far from the city center and not really interesting from a traveler’s point of view, however, it is on the way to Karlštejn, which is definitely worth a day trip. Stroll through the picturesque village and visit one of Emperor Charles IV.’s masterpieces: the castle, dating back to the 14th century. If you feel frozen on your way back, get off at Radotin and visit the Finnish KijuKiju Sauna. Open...
The coming cold weather means that outdoor skating rinks will start opening across Prague. Most places let you rent skates. The start dates, admission price and services at each rink differ. One of the earliest ones to open in the center is at Na Františku in Prague 1, which should start November 18 (depending on the weather conditions). This one has an admission of Kč 70 for adults and Kč 40 for children. Letná Plain in Prague 7 will have the largest rink, at 20 by 40 meters. The skating season will start there on November, 29th. This rink has an accompanying program for children who will have their own area and trained skating instructors. It is open till March 1, 2020, and admission is free. Ice skates rental is available. Prague 8 will open two ice rinks as well: at the Glowacky Elementary School and at Ládví Swim Centre on November, 25th. A skate rental service will be available at both locations. In Prague 6, the artificial ice rink at Dejvice district will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The mobile ice area 18 x 25 meters is located at Victory square, near Šolínova street, where Farmer´s...
Like many European countries, Czechia has traditionally celebrated All Souls’ Day, called Dušičky in Czech, on November 2. On this holiday locals bring flowers and wreaths to the graves and leave burning candles as a guiding light for the dead souls. However, the concept of American-style Halloween has also become popular. Ghosts Parade (November 1, 2019) The Parade of Ghosts will take place on November 1 in 2019, you can either walk in the parade or watch along the sidelines, but either way, you’re in for an extravagant display of some of the greatest costumes in town. Bloody Sexy Halloween (November 1, 2019) The Bloody Sexy Halloweekend at SaSaZu is the largest Halloween party in the country, with over 5,000 attendees each year. The sexiest & wildest party of the year attracts the best international DJs. There is also a large cash prize for the best costume. Wonderland Halloween at Lucerna Music Bar (November 1, 2019) Wonderland Halloween is another party worth visiting. Lucerna Music Bar at Wenceslas Square hosts op domestic DJs, dozens of actors, dancers, and animators with digital decorations on the walls create a great vibe at Wenceslas Square. Talking pumpkins, flying ghosts, animated skeletons enhance the atmosphere....
On November 2nd, 2019, the 19th edition of the oldest FMX event in Europe will take place at Prague's O2 Arena.
International Schools of Prague will celebrate Halloween 2019 in Sacre Couer church. The event is open to all high school/upper school students ONLY. It’s organized by parents from ISP, PBIS, EISP, Riverside and other International Schools and will take place at Sacre Coeur Church, one of Prague’s epic event locations, (Holeckova 29, Prague 5, near Novy Smichov). Students will have the unique chance to meet classmates from other schools, and celebrate Halloween American style. Leave the trick or treating for the kids and dance to a live DJ, best costume contest with amazing prizes to Prague’s coolest entertainment attractions like GOLEM VR at Hamley’s, HOP ARENA, The Chamber Horror House and many more. Plus, all food and drink included. This is a nonprofit event and proceeds go to TRF.org, a charity foundation Now supporting families in the Czech Republic. Tickets are on sale now here
Just released, World of Airports is a new modern airport management game created by Czech developers together with Prague Airport. It all started as a small fun project, with their first game AirportPRG, but after thousands of downloads, they have created a new one with more options. World of Airports adds new features such as airport expansion, story mode, multiplayer as well as featuring stunning visuals. It offers an authentic virtual environment in which each player controls the airport and the airline. Directly at Václav Havel Airport, the game was officially presented by the game journalist, Alžběta Trojanová, and aerobatic aviator Petr Kopfstein. Players can build their airline, expand available connection networks with a new destination and customize livery of their fleet. You get to upgrade the airport facilities and boost up the efficiency of handling other players and generic traffic airplanes. Besides Václav Havel Airport Prague, the main airport in the game, players have a choice of airports in Innsbruck, Austria and Bari, Italy (more playable airports to come upon release). You get to expand your fleet from the smallest propeller passenger aircraft to large wide-body jetliners. Play online with your friends across platforms (Android and IOS players will share...
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