“Back then, before World War II, Hitler behaved in exactly the same way as Putin is behaving now with regard to Ukraine,” the ex-general said at a pro-Ukraine demonstration in Prague on Saturday evening. Czech President-elect Petr Pavel has drawn parallels between the actions of Russian leader Vladimir Putin and Adolf Hitler. “Back then, before World War II, Hitler behaved in exactly the same way as Putin is behaving now with regard to Ukraine,” the ex-general said at a pro-Ukraine demonstration in Prague on Saturday evening, according to Czech News Agency (CTK). Pavel said Hitler abused the German minority in the Sudeten territories of what was then Czechoslovakia to stir up emotions and incite violence. Nazi Germany annexed the predominantly German-populated Sudeten territories under the Munich Agreement of September 1938. A few months later, in March 1939, its forces invaded the rest of Czechoslovakia. World War II finally broke out with the invasion of Poland on Sept. 1 that year. The rally was attended by several personalities. Among the speakers was Interior Minister Vit Rakusan, the British, German and US ambassadors to Prague and Ukraine’s Chargé d’Affaires Vitaly Usatyj. It was organized by the civic association Million Moments for Democracy, Memory of the Nation, the Ukrainian Embassy and the Gift for Putin initiative. Pavel...
Nestled in the picturesque South Bohemian Region, Castle Blatna stands as a breathtaking architectural gem with a rich history dating back to the 13th century. While the castle has been a popular tourist destination for years, the addition of alpaca tours has elevated the experience to a whole new level. Its origins are traced back to the 13th century, with additions and renovations made over the centuries. The current appearance of the castle dates back to the 16th century when it was transformed into a Renaissance-style chateau. The castle was later acquired by the Schwarzenberg family, who were responsible for the majority of the castle’s interior and exterior renovations. Today, the castle stands as a remarkable testament to Czech architecture and history, with its original features and unique character attracting visitors from around the world. You can admire its imposing façade, a blend of Gothic and Renaissance elements, and its stunning interior spaces that are adorned with ornate stucco and frescoes. The alpacas are looked after by the current owners of the castle, who have made it their mission to introduce visitors to these friendly animals while providing an unforgettable experience. The alpaca tours begin with an introduction to the...
On February 25, 2018, Milion chvilek pro demokracii (lit. ‘A Million Moments for Democracy’) was conceived as a petition for Andrej Babiš’ resignation from parliament, arguing that someone under criminal investigation should not be allowed to hold the position of Prime Minister. Although they fell short of their goal for one million signatures, the organization has continued to maintain a strong civic presence within the Czech republic, urging for greater accountability in government and greater civic participation. They are predominantly funded through private donations and fundraisers. We met Hana Strašáková, spokesperson for Milion chvilek pro demokracii. “Over the five years of our activity, we have gathered know-how on how to talk to those who do not vote for democratic political parties and who do not agree with Million of Moments. … Our goal will undoubtedly be to unite all the people who care about the future of our country. And that will undoubtedly require a greater focus on non-urban citizens.” Earlier this year, Petr Pavel was elected President of the Czech Republic after two rounds of voting,receiving 35.40% of votes in the first round and 58.31% in the second. Prior to being elected President, Petr Pavel served as the Chairman...
The Czech Ministry of Health has spent over 18 billion crowns on dealing with the Covid pandemic in the past three years. According to a ministry report 14.6 billion was spent on vaccines, 2.3 billion on protective equipment and lung ventilators, 940 million was spent on operating the Smart Quarantine system. The Czech minister of foreign affairs, Jan Lipavský, says Russia must withdraw unconditionally from the whole of Ukraine. In an address to the UN General Assembly in New York on Thursday, Mr. Lipavský said Russia’s aggression, which has now been going on for a year, had caused unimaginable suffering both in Ukraine and elsewhere. General Emil Boček, the last surviving Czech airman who served in Britain’s RAF during WWII, turned 100 on Saturday, February 25. The veteran pilot served with the RAF’s 312 and 310 squadrons and participated in over two dozen operational flights. Universities in the Czech Republic secured studies of some 3,500 Ukrainian refugees last year, and the Education Ministry gave 173 million crowns to universities for the education of refugees from Ukraine. The town of Číhošt’ in the Havlíčkův Brod region is marking 73 years since the murder of priest Josef Toufar,...
A car crashed onto a sidewalk in Prague’s Jugoslávská street near the I.P. Pavlova tram stop on Friday night hitting pedestrians and crashing into a building. Paramedics treated five injured people – two from the car and three pedestrians. All the injured were conscious and not in life-threatening danger. Police say the driver likely crashed due to a medical complication. Police spokeswoman Violeta Siřišťová told the Czech News Agency today. The accident occurred around 12:00 AM. “The driver likely crashed into a building due to a medical complication and before that hit a pedestrian,” Siřišťová said. Paramedics reported that the driver had injuries to his arms and legs and was convulsing after a seizure. One of the pedestrians suffered more serious injuries, including head trauma and injuries to both legs. The other three patients had minor injuries. Firefighters also responded to the scene. “After documentation by police, we extricated the car and covered up the leaking operating fluids,” they tweeted. Due to the accident, tram traffic was interrupted for about half an hour in both directions between I.P. Pavlova and Karlovo náměstí stops, and night lines were diverted. The traffic police are currently investigating the circumstances of the accident, Siřišťová added.
On the morning of Friday, February 24th, a new mural by one of the best Czech street artists, Dmitry Proškin, better known by his pseudonym ChemiS, was unveiled in the center of Prague. The mural is located on the facade of the lower house of the Czech parliament. It is painted on a freestanding stand (not on the wall of the historical building). It depicts a 7-year-old girl, Amelia, who became one of the symbols of hope during the first difficult days of the full-scale Russian invasion – a video of her singing “Let It Go” from the Disney cartoon “Frozen” in a Kiev bomb shelter went around the world. The ceremony was attended by representatives of the Ukrainian embassy, Czech politicians, and Ukrainian refugees. “One of the symbols of the war was a seven-year-old girl Amelia, who shocked the world at the very beginning of the war by singing her famous song right from a bomb shelter in Kiev. For me, she is a symbol of great hope,” said the Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies of the Czech Parliament, Markéta Pekarová Adamová. We should remind you that Dmitry Proškin also has another touching work in support of Ukraine...
For about a week now, one of the picturesque streets in the city center – Týnská – has looked more like a traffic playground. The historic character of the center is now complemented by white zigzag lines. They are meant to improve traffic safety in an area where no more than 20 cars are allowed. “This is the first time I’ve seen this, and I’m frankly appalled. Aesthetically, it’s horrible,” said Prague 1 Deputy Mayor David Bodeček (Pirates). “I find it very unsightly. It was news to me this morning (Thursday, ed.). But it is a matter for the Prague 1 Transport Department, which is not obliged to consult us on such issues,” the mayor said. However, Terezie Radoměřská, the Transport Department’s representative, said the measure is intended to improve safety at the site. “It is for the sake of the people coming out of the house behind the break in the alley. It’s quite narrow at that point and breaks slightly to the left. Drivers have a blind spot there, there’s an exit from the house. Local residents have repeatedly complained to us that it is extremely dangerous to leave the house there,” shes said. Ludvík Czital, head of...
Czechia hosts the most Ukrainian refugees with temporary protection status per population among European Union nations, Eurostat data shows. By the end of last year, there were over 3.5 million Ukrainian refugees with temporary protection status on European Union territory. Among them, one-half stayed in Germany and Poland, roughly one quarter in each, followed by Czechia, which had an 11% share. Shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February last year, the EU decided to activate for the first time rules that enabled refugees to get temporary protection – a mechanism that gives access to public health insurance, education and the labour market. EU countries even decided to prolong the temporary protection scheme until March 2024 due to continued fighting in Ukraine, despite it initially being set to end in March this year. Germany and Poland granted temporary protection status to 968,000 and 961,000 Ukrainian refugees at the end of last year, while Czechia granted 432 000, Eurostat data shows. According to the most recent data from the Interior Ministry, about 500,000 war refugees from Ukraine have secured temporary protection visas in Czechia. The ministry also estimated at the end of 2022 that, about one-fifth of refugees had already returned...
Czechia has the most per capital Ukrainian refugees with temporary protection status in the whole of the European Union, the Czech Ministry of the Interior said on Thursday, citing Eurostat. Temporary protection visas give the refugees access to health insurance, education and the labour market. The Czech minister of foreign affairs, Jan Lipavský, says Russia must withdraw unconditionally from the whole of Ukraine. In an address to the UN General Assembly in New York on Thursday, Mr. Lipavský said Russia’s aggression, which has now been going on for a year, had caused unimaginable suffering both in Ukraine and elsewhere. In 2021, the housing share of disposable income in the EU was on average 19%, while for people at risk of poverty, it was 38%, show the most recent findings of the European Statistical Office Eurostat. People at risk of poverty are defined by Eurostat as “those living below the poverty threshold set at 60% of the national median disposable income.” A total of 71 percent of respondents of the February public opinion poll expect Petr Pavel to be a better head of state than current president Milos Zeman. Pavel receives a positive evaluation also from one-third of...
Data provided by the Czech National Tourist Board reveals that a total of 19.5 million tourists visited the Czech Republic last year, thus marking an increase of 71 per cent compared to 2021. In spite of such an increase, the number of tourists is still 12 per cent less than before the pandemic. Compared to 2019, the Czech Republic welcomed nine per cent more domestic tourists in 2022. At the same time, amongst the number of travellers that the country hosted 12.1 or 62.2 per cent of Czech were female tourists, and 7.3 million or 37.8 per cent were foreign visitors. Aside from Czechs, the largest number of tourists consisted of Germans, Slovaks and Poles. In this regard, the director of the Czech National Tourist Board Jan Herget said that as far as internal tourism is concerned, it was led by local tourists, where last year 12,109,732 of them traveled around the country, which means nine per cent more than 2019. “Last year, Germans, Slovaks and Poles visited us the most. However, tourists from Asia were still missing. We are working on long-distance direct flight connections with Asia, the first “swallow” means the resumption of direct flights Prague – Seoul...
The Czech Republic has disclosed the amount and type of military aid provided to Ukraine since the beginning of the Russian invasion. The assistance includes tanks, light armored vehicles, artillery, and ammunition. According to the Czech government, military aid provided to Ukraine totals 10 billion Czech crowns, with an additional 30 billion crowns worth of arms and equipment transferred from the Czech defense industry. This marks the first time the government has reported in such detail on the amount of military aid given to Kyiv, including cooperation between the state and private companies. “The first delivery we organized took place 14 days after the invasion began, and in this way, we showed others that it is possible and that this is the right way,” stated Fiala, a Czech politician. The list of military aid provided to Ukraine includes 89 tanks, 226 other armored vehicles, and 38 howitzers. About a third of this weaponry came from the country’s military stockpiles. In addition, six air defense systems and four helicopters were handed over to Ukraine. The Czech defense industry also supplied Ukraine’s Defense Forces with 33 multiple rocket launchers (MLRS), and half a million units of ammunition, including 60,000 missiles for MLRS....
Do you live in Prague or are you a frequent visitor? Are you looking for new places to visit outside Prague’s bustling locations? Here are our tips on hidden gems around Prague for you to discover when you are in the mood for some peace and quiet. Vestecký rybník This beautiful pond is located on the outskirts of Prague, Jesenice to be precise. The pond’s quiet surroundings are beautifully landscaped, with wooden walkways for you to cross the pond. This pond is recommended if you are looking for a calm location, and don’t be afraid to come here with children or pets. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da Miro Marsik 🎸📷 (@miromarsik) Prosecké skály The natural monument of Prosecké skály is located in Prague 9. It’s a beautiful place for walking, and you will find two viewpoints that provide an amazing panoramic view of Prague. An educational trail from Vysočany, through Prosek to Střížkov leads through the Prosecké skály, which we highly recommend if you want to learn something new and interesting. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da Tatiana Nováková (@tana_novakova123) Gabriel Loci In Prague’s Smíchov, next to...
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