Bringing fresh fish to a country renowned for pork and beef, Seafood Prague aims to combine a traditional fish market with a dining experience where you “eat what you see”. The trendy Vinohradská restaurant was once a simple fish shop, before part-owner Jan Brodecký and his business partner Martin took it over last year and “really developed the concept”. Renovating the location and creating a “portfolio of products to offer customers”, Seafood Prague now sells a variety of local freshwater Czech and ocean fish, seafood including calamari, octopus and mussels, as well as a selection of natural wines that have been paired with the food on offer. Speaking to Prague Morning, Brodecký said his desire to open a seafood market and restaurant came from his time spent living abroad. “I fell in love [with seafood] even more when I lived in Australia,” he said. “There they have these products on every corner.” When he returned to the Czech Republic, he got talking with his business partner while sharing some oysters and decided to try to “create something of my own” in Prague. “I liked the style of something that is still new for the Czech market,” he said. “It’s not...
Don’t buy postcards, see the places yourself! Here are the most beautiful views of nature in the Czech Republic. Beautiful Views in Bohemia Na Vrchovnici The green tourist mark from the town Blažim will lead you to what’s probably the most beautiful view on the river Vltava, specifically its water reservoir Slapská přehrada. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da marketa (@plichtovam) Pančavy Waterfall The 148-meter-long Pančavy Waterfall near Špindlerům Mlýn offers a breathtaking view. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da Kam na výlet? (@kamnavylet.cz) Ořešník The rock Ořešník rises over the north-Bohemian town Hejnice. You can reach the vantage point walking up the stone stairs carved in the rock. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da Region Liberec (@regionliberec) Baba Baba is a natural monument near the village Purkanec and close to Hluboká nad Vltavou with its Sleeping Beauty castle. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da Budějčanda ♥️ České Budějovice (@budejcanda) Na Vraném There are several vantage points to enjoy beautiful views of the meanders of the Vltava river. One of them is the vantage point Na Vraném near the village Solenice, from which you...
Starting in early August, a tram is operating across Prague’s streets covered with messages promoting Christianity. The goal of the project is to help passengers become more familiar with faith and the Gospel. The funding for this effort came from church donations and cost around CZK 1 million. Passengers will see signs like “Feeling stressed? Get to know the King of Peace” “Want love? Love is searching for you” or “Need a miracle? Meet the God of Miracles.” Josef Bajzík, the person behind the project, explains, “We want to share the Gospel in new, modern ways. We’re saying that Jesus has the answers, and God brings peace and love.” However, not everyone is excited about the idea. Some people on social media and even some church members have criticized the tram. Pastor Karel Berka, for example, says, “I see this tram going through náměstí Míru. I respect it, but I don’t like how it’s forcing itself on people. I think these things need to be handled carefully.” However, the Prague Transport Company views this form of advertising as acceptable, with DPP spokesperson Aneta Rehkova stating, “Upon investigation, we have determined that it adheres to the established regulations.” So, this tram,...
In a significant move, Prague City Councillors allocated CZK 8.5 million towards supporting an array of initiatives within the city. The primary objective of these projects is to facilitate the seamless integration of Ukrainian children who sought refuge in the Czech Republic following the Russian invasion. The approved funding is earmarked for a variety of purposes, including the facilitation of adaptation and integration endeavors led by the Nusle Ukrainian Center. Additionally, a portion of the funds will be directed towards a range of nonprofit causes, spanning music workshops, activities organized by children’s and youth homes, as well as the production of subtitles for theatrical performances. Among the commendable initiatives receiving financial backing is the Pražský majdan, z.s., project. This project, with a subsidy of approximately CZK 3.15 million, is dedicated to aiding Ukrainian refugees at the Nusle Ukrainian center. This center offers an array different services, including an informative hub, healthcare consultations, housing and employment advice, distribution of humanitarian aid, Czech language courses, and personalized psychological counseling. A sum exceeding CZK 1.3 million will be dedicated to diverse cultural activities. Divadlo na Zábradlí will produce theatre courses and Ukrainian subtitles for performances. The Prague Symphony Orchestra plans interactive music workshops...
The Czech government approved on Wednesday a bill allowing the taxation of large multinational companies which tend to book their profits in countries with a lower tax burden. The bill affects firms whose annual revenues exceeded 750 million euros in at least two of the past four years. The aim is for multinationals to pay a profit tax of at least 15%. “We will join countries that refuse to allow corporate profits to be diverted into tax havens,” Finance Minister Zbynek Stanjura said during a televised press conference. The bill has to be approved by the parliament and signed by the president to become a law. It is based on a European Union directive approved last December as a part of an OECD/G20 initiative to face the digitalization of the economy. The Finance Ministry expects the new tax raise the annual state budget revenues by 4-6 billion crowns. The opposition ANO party has said it will support the bill, but is against a fast-track procedure, saying it wants time to table proposed amendments to the bill.
The Czech Republic on Wednesday completed the ratification of a defense treaty with the United States that deepens military cooperation and makes it easier to deploy U.S. troops in Czech territory. Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala’s signature was the final step in the ratification process of the Defense Cooperation Agreement, which had been endorsed by both houses of Parliament in July and by President Petr Pavel on Aug 1. The document sets a legal framework for possible deployment of U.S. troops in the country at a time of Russian aggression against Ukraine. Czech Defense Minister Jana Cernochova signed the treaty together with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in Washington, D.C. on May 23. The U.S. has similar agreements with 24 other NATO members, including Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Romania and Bulgaria that form the eastern flank of the alliance. Any deployment of U.S. forces would still need approval by the Czech government and Parliament.
Czech Design Week Festival is gearing up to mark its 10th anniversary this year with an exciting event called the New Generation project. The festival will take place from September 7th to 10th, 2023 at Prague’s Mánes Exhibition Hall. Czech Design Week will showcase the impressive work of young designers and artists, highlighting their unique talents. In addition to the usual display of contemporary designs from various creators, this year’s festival introduces the New Generation project. It will feature a selection of the youngest artists who are students or recent graduates in the fields of art and design. Thanks to a collaboration with the We’re Next fashion show, the festival will also have a presence at the new UMPRUM Technology Centre building. Lukáš Pipek, the director of Czech Design Week festival, shared, “Our focus at Czech Design Week has always been on discovering and supporting talented designers and artists. Over the past few years, we’ve noticed that the younger generation in our country continues to uphold the distinctive Czech design spirit through their hard work, creativity, and respect for the past. The New Generation project is our way of showcasing this to the public.” This project also strengthens the festival’s...
The financial situation of Czechs is getting worse. One in four has already experienced a situation where they lacked money for everyday life. However, Czechs do not lack financial self-confidence and they value their knowledge of the world of money. The number of those who have experienced financial difficulties has risen by more than six percentage points year-on-year. While last year 54 per cent of people dealt with financial discomfort, today it is almost 60 per cent. This information was gathered from a global survey of 500 participants, ages 18 to 75, that Kantar carried out on behalf of the International Personal Finance group. The increase is more noticeable when there aren’t enough finances to cover living expenses, when income isn’t enough, or when loans are denied. At least once, one-fourth of Czechs have struggled with having insufficient money to support their family. Comparing this to last year’s one-fifth figure shows a huge increase. The proportion of people in this age group who experience such situations has increased from 20% to 34% in only one year. In addition, a higher number of people have reported having their loan applications rejected by banks (up 30%) or other lenders (up 85%) than...
The number of vehicles in Prague has surged to 1.26 million, marking an annual increase of nearly 41,000, according to the Technical Administration of Communications (TSK). Throughout the city, vehicles covered a distance of 22.8 million kilometers, which was about 140,000 kilometers less than the previous year. Among the registered vehicles in Prague, passenger cars account for one million, with over 208,000 being added since 2016 alone. The most substantial growth occurred between 1990 and 2000, doubling during that time. Traffic patterns have undergone shifts in the past two years. In 2020, traffic decreased by eight percent compared to the previous year. In 2021, it rebounded to nearly match the pre-peak year of 2019, and it maintained a similar level in the subsequent year. While the downtown traffic intensity remained consistent year-on-year, some vehicles decreased within the outer cordon. Despite undergoing repairs and traffic restrictions during the summer, the Barrandov Bridge remained the busiest road last year, with approximately 139,000 vehicles crossing daily, which was around three thousand fewer compared to the previous year. The Jižní spojka section in Chodovská – V koryty followed as the second busiest, serving 129,000 vehicles, while the Jižní spojka between 5. května and Vídeňská...
The bodyguard of Czech President Petr Pavel committed suicide due to harassment by colleagues. This was reported on August 14 by Czech radio station Prostor, citing a source within the security service of the head of state. According to media reports, the tragic incident occurred last Sunday, August 13. Prior to this, the 36-year-old bodyguard had repeatedly complained about how his colleagues treated him negatively. The man was scheduled for his next duty to protect the head of state on Wednesday, August 16. However, his name has not been disclosed. Both the police conducting the investigation and the presidential office declined to comment on the incident. Earlier, on November 30, 2022, an employee of the Federal Security Service (FSO) committed suicide while on duty within the Kremlin’s territory in Moscow. According to an Izvestia source, the FSO officer was found unconscious on Cathedral Square on November 29 after 11:00 PM. An official investigation was launched.
Modern markets with author’s fashion, jewelry, design, delicacies, organic cosmetics and other honestly processed products that provide space for smaller and beginning designers, creators and all enthusiasts – this is MINT Market. After the holiday break, it returns to Prague in full force, for the 40th time. On Sunday, September 17, Rašínovo nábřeží near Výtoň will come alive with a show of the best design from the entire Czech Republic, Slovakia and Ukraine. From 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., more than 150 carefully selected brands will present their creations. Visitors can look forward to both their favorites and lots of new products, an even bigger food zone with selected delicacies and a unique atmosphere. As always, entry is free and without barriers. In addition, you can take your four-legged pets with you. The event is held under the auspices of the Mayor of Prague 2, Ing. Alexandra Uzheniya. Behind MINT Market is a group of people who have been organizing successful design markets since 2010 and are the only ones to carry modern and sustainable goods at their events throughout the Czech Republic. What started as the idea of a few enthusiasts who wanted to create a place for themselves...
By: Gracie Schutt Bones and skulls are normally popular Halloween decorations, but at the Sedlec Ossuary, in Kutná Hora – a town about an hour from the city of Prague – bones and skulls are everywhere you look. With walls lined up and down with bones, chandeliers crafted human skulls, and glass cases filled with wounded heads, the Sedlec Ossuary is a popular place among tourists. The Sedlec Ossuary is a Roman Catholic Chapel, the oldest in Europe at 600-years-old, that was created with 40,000 human remains. It was inspired by Jerusalem design, with a high level of gothic style. “It’s not a dark tourism spot at all, and we do not want to be perceived like that,” says Radka Krejčí, the director of the ossuary. She further explains that even though people might come because they assume it is dark tourism, she wants people to know that this is a sacred place and to respect the Christian values it has. It is still to this day used for Catholic mass and other ceremonies. Many of the tourists have not gotten this message that this chapel is a spiritual place, not a place for pictures, creepiness, or publicity. One of...
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