Last year, over half a million free bike trips were made by the Lítačka subscribers of Prague, confirming that its citizens are getting used to pedaling around the city. Inspired by other world capitals, Prague wanted to expand its public transportation offers with another alternative – bikesharing. The 2021 pilot project proved to be successful, which is why last summer the decision was made to permanently integrate bikesharing in Prague’s public transport. “The pilot project of cooperation between shared bikes and Prague Integrated Transport has been running since October 2021, and during that time it has been used by over 23,000 people, who have made a total of 343,000 rentals. The record day was June 23, when we registered 3,239 loans,” said Adam Scheinherr, deputy mayor of Prague and councilor for transport, in July. Lítačka card holders are entitled to 15-minute free bike rides twice a day with shared bike operators Nextbike and Rekola. “The advantageous combination of Prague’s Lítačka and the shared bike service significantly improves the possibilities of moving around Prague. From the obtained data, it became clear that most often people rent bicycles precisely at metro stations or tram stops. Cycling is such a great way to get...
A new apartment building was built on Bieblova Street in Smíchov a few years ago. The street is named after the Czech poet Konstantin Biebl (by the way – the later poet fought at the front of the First World War in his youth; when he was twenty years old, he was wounded, captured, and sentenced to death – he saved himself by escaping from captivity). Therefore the architect and the developer decided that the new house would pay tribute to the poet in an unusual form – with its facade. The facade alternates between glass surfaces and fixed panels that hide the titles of Biebel’s poems in a jumble of letters. The panels made of special material have carved letters. During the day, the panels are white and the letters are black. At night, the contrast is reversed, and the illuminated letters stand out from the darkened facade. The letters are not arranged randomly on the panels, but the titles of Konstantin Biebel’s poems can be read from them. On one of the panels, the poet’s name is also included.
Prague, like many large European cities, harbours a variety of scams and frauds. A common scam involves performances with exotic animals, in which tourists pay for the privilege of taking a photo with snakes, coloured pigeons, owls, and a variety of other animals. During the pandemic, these scams seemed to vanish from the streets of Prague, but as tourists began to flock back to the capital of the Czech Republic, so did the people engaging in this illegal activity. Despite the concerted and continuous effort on the part of the Municipal Police, the eradication of this fraud has proven difficult – if not impossible. The spokeswoman for the Municipal Police, Irena Seifertova, informed the public that the most recent arrest involving exotic animals occurred on January 26th, 2023. In this instance, a man, along with two assistants, were spotted soliciting tourists to take photos with barn owls in Old Town Square. The three suspects were charging anywhere from hundreds to several thousand crowns for this opportunity. As reported by Seifertova, “The policeman … asked the man to submit a confirmation of the declaration of public production. The 32-year-old foreigner had no idea that he needed any confirmation. The summoned employee...
Prague, April 1966. At Café Slavia, or Kavárna Slavia, the historical coffeehouse in front of the National Theatre, a man, one would imagine in his fifties, sits at a table. He looks at the Vltava flowing slowly out the window, drinking a coffee, he writes. Incipient baldness, with a slight hump, well-shaven, protruding teeth and square-rimmed glasses. It is not the first time he comes to Slavia. Concentrated, austere to the point of gloom, he could be a professor. The physique of an old soldier (a veteran?) is betrayed by coughing fits. Who knows what he thinks of the artists and the leaders of the cultural revolution of the Sixties? Who knows what the artists and hippies who meet his eyes think of him? Nothing, probably, except that he is a foreigner, conservative in appearance, Argentine to those who dare to ask – but who is often accompanied by a young black man with very thick curly hair, who at least attracts the attention of the girls. It is not as if so many dark-skinned strangers are seen around here. What does he write? Notes on “el hombre nuevo”, the new man. Indeed, nothing could be more banal for a...
The Prague zoo is going to open a new Arctic pavilion for polar bears. It will replace the existing one, which opened back in 1933. According to Deputy Mayor Petr Hlubuček, the cost of the project will be about CZK 800 million. The zoo may receive a building permit before the end of this year. If everything goes smoothly, construction will begin in 2023 and take about two years. It will be the largest investment in the history of all zoos in the Czech Republic. “The present polar bear pavilion is more than 80 years old and totally inconvenient. In addition, it is located on a southern slope,” said the director of the Prague Zoo, Miroslav Bobek. On particularly hot summer days, the temperature in the actual pavilon rises to uncomfortable values. If for some reason “Antarctica” is not built, then the zoo will have to abandon the content of polar bears. Thanks to its unique position, Prague Zoo is considered one of the most beautiful zoos in the world. The rugged terrain offers over 10 km of walking trails through such exotic exhibitions as the Africa House, the Indonesian jungle, the Valley of the Elephants or a newly built...
The Prague transport company has presented the restored articulated tram Tatra K2. With the license number “7000”, it will hit the streets on Sunday, February 5. It will operate daily and will delight the passengers on the retro route 23, as well as on the historic lines 41 and 42. The retro tram will also be available for rent for commercial and entertainment purposes. The Tatra K2 was manufactured by the Prague-based ČKD Praha in 1967-1983. It was the first articulated tram in the history of Czechoslovakia. The model was designed on the basis of the legendary T3 wagon. Curiously enough, the Tatra K2 was never used in Prague but only in Brno, Ostrava and Bratislava. In 2009, after 32 years of use, it was decommissioned and transported to the Krásnány Depot in Bratislava, but never put into passenger operation. Since the tram was not subjected to major structural modifications, it is preserved in exceptionally good condition with many original elements.
US lingerie brand Victoria’s Secret is set to open its first flagship store in the Czech market this May. The products of the largest American lingerie retailer with more than a thousand stores worldwide could only be purchased in the transit section of Václav Havel Airport. “The Victoria’s Secret brand has been very successful globally for many reasons, including the fact that it offers sophisticated, constantly innovating, trendy and highly fashionable products at an affordable price. The products are not only beautiful but also functional, making them highly desirable to customers,” says Jan Kotrbáček of Cushman & Wakefield. In the last decade, several dozen American brands have entered the Czech market, often from the fashion sector. The most important ones include Gap, Foot Locker, Polo Ralph Lauren, Skechers, Steve Madden, Tiffany & Co., Yankee Candle and Under Armour. Few American brands have held their own in the Czech market. For example, clothing retailer Forever 21, which ran into financial trouble globally five years ago, closed up to a third of its stores in 40 countries and is now focusing on profitable stores in the US and online sales, has left. Founded in 1977 by Roy and Gaye Raymond, the company’s five lingerie stores...
The Georgian National Ballet “Sukhishvili” began as a family enterprise, has survived communist oppression, the Cold War, the break-up of the Soviet Union and has grown into an internationally renowned company performing on the world’s best stages. The National Ballet of Georgia “Sukhishvili” with its own orchestra and 70 dancers is heading to Prague and will perform in the Czech capital on February 18th, 2023, at Kongresové centrum. “Sukhishvili” performed at the best venues in the world, including the Colosseum in Rome, the Metropolitan Opera in New York, and Royal Albert Hall in London, among others. It was recognized with the Guinness World Records book award for the record number of encores – 14 times at La Scala theater. Often described as the “greatest dance in the world,” the show, which is orchestrated by the founders’ son Tengiz Sukhishvili, includes a spectacular mix of folk-inspired traditional dance, balletic pieces and acrobatics, performed by 70 dancers on stage. “Sukhishvili” is no ordinary ballet company. Sometimes called ‘the flying Georgians’, the show combines thrilling, high energy and acrobatic routines with the precision and elegance that you would expect of one of the world’s most famous ballet ensembles.” “It is very specific to...
Coworking spaces are no longer a novelty in big cities, rather they are becoming increasingly popular. According to a recent survey conducted by HubbleHQ, up to 86% of people would like to swap their offices for a different workplace at least once a week. The same survey shows that while working from home is still the most popular option, 42% of people consider coworking the most ‘optimal’ workplace. The mounting popularity of coworking spaces is in large part driven by changes in work culture. Technological advances and the modernisation of the corporate environment make flexible or remote working arrangements more common for employers. Therefore, it is not uncommon for employees to work for companies that don’t have on-site offices, leading for employees to search for new working spaces where they can feel productive. Coworking spaces are no longer limited to freelancers. Rather they are a place where a diverse set of people and firms can meet including corporate teams, established companies, start-ups, and individuals from different industries. This allows for a true melting pot of ideas and networking to thrive within these contemporary offices. To demonstrate the benefits of coworking spaces, we will compile a list highlighting the key perks...
An iconic part of the city’s landscape, it has been a star in international movies, the location for many photoshoots, and it is an absolute must-see sight for tourists. However, the Charles Bridge is a relatively modern addition to Prague compared to the city’s history. Considering that the Prague Castle was built in the 9th century, Charles Bridges’ 1357 birth year means that Prague was without it for almost as long as it has existed. In the 10th century, there are some references to a wooden bridge. However, Vladislav II had a stone bridge built around 1170 and named it Judith’s Bridge. This bridge existed until February 3rd, 1342 when it was destroyed by flood. The bridge not only got the name of educated and energetic wife of Vladislav, Judith of Thuringia, but she probably also had merit in the actual building of the bridge. The beautiful Romanesque bridge had twenty arches and stood at a shorter height than the current Charles Bridge. From existing evidence such as remaining archways, archaeologists and historians can conclude many facts, such as the style in which the bridge was built. Nevertheless, many mysteries surround the Judith Bridge, and work continues today to uncover more...
A rare baby pangolin was born early Thursday morning at the Prague Zoo. According to the zoo’s director Pavel Bobek it is the first pangolin to be born in Europe. “Just before 4 o’clock this morning, a Chinese pangolin female Run Hou Tang gave birth to a „pangopup“. This is the first pangolin born in Europe. It weighs 135 grams. However, it is important to add that the following days may be critical,” wrote on Instagram the Prague Zoo. The zoo acquired the pair of pangolins last April from the Taipei Zoo thanks to a partnership agreement between Prague and the Taiwanese capital. There are eight species of pangolins. Some of them live in Asia, others in Africa. In traditional Chinese medicine, the scales that protect their bodies are said to have a healing effect. Pangolins are unique among mammals because of their scales, which are made of keratin, the stuff of hair and fingernails. They live on a diet of ants and termites—hence their nickname “scaly anteater.” The scales are their major defense mechanism; when faced with danger, they curl up in an immobile, hard ball. Sadly, that also makes them easy for hunters and poachers to catch. Pangolins...
1. Imaginarium at Chvaly Chateau Let yourself draw into the celebration of human creativity and craft with the unique project of Imaginarium Forman Brothers Theatre and their friends that will last the whole of February until 11 June at Chvaly Chateau! The exhibition will intoduce to us the fantastic and mysterious world of nomadic theatre makers and peculiar artists which will be accompanied by program full of amazing puppet and theatre performances, art workshops and concerts. The exhibition returns to its homeland after several exhibitions in Italy, Germany, Denmark or France. 2. Carnivals in Prague February is well-known for its carnivals and this time it will be no different! On 18 February (Saturday), you will have the chance to come to carnivals which will take place throughout the whole of Prague. Join the traditional carnival parade of masks, watch theatre performances, eat delicious food and drinks and enjoy the cheerful music at the scenery of Mala Strana and Hradčany, Opatov, Kbely, Fajnový dvůr, Letňany, Karlín and many others! 3. Festival KUK for children From 23 to 25 February, you will have the great chance to bring your children to Pragovka (Prague 9), where festival KUK for children from 10 months...
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