Prague’s high-end accommodation options get a serious upgrade. With new and not-yet open properties, often in well-preserved historic buildings, these accommodations attract locals and visitors who love the city’s new arts, cultural and fashion scene. Hyatt opened its first property in the Czech Republic with the unveiling of the 5-star Andaz Hyatt Prague. The 176 luxurious rooms are housed in a 1916 building known as the Sugar Palace on the edge of Old Town. Andaz Prague is one of the first “luxury lifestyle” hotels in the city. Located on Senovážné Square, within the magnificently restored Sugar Palace, the building was originally built for the city’s Sugar Industry Insurance Association. The hotel’s stand-alone MEZ bar delivers an exhilarating atmosphere with its signature cocktails, infused with local ingredients, each inspired by the historic figures of Prague. The Julius Meinl family, legendary European entrepreneurs of retail and dining, expands their hospitality influence with the launch of a new long-term stay concept. Dubbed the Julius, the brand draws upon the family’s 160-year legacy of quality and service to embody a timeless standard of European hospitality through a modern lens. The Julius Prague, with 168 residences, was beautifully designed by Milan-based studio Matteo Thun & Partners, and opened to long- and...
Tapas, or small plates, are a Spanish delicacy best enjoyed with a group of people. They are a great way to try lots of new foods in a low-stakes environment–getting out of your comfort zone really pays off. If you’re looking for a taste of the Iberian peninsula in Prague, here are five places worth checking out. Casa de Andalucía, Šaldova 9, Prague 8 In Karlín, there is a shop and a bistro with food imported directly from Andalusian family farmers. It was founded by Dana and Christian, who fell in love with the cuisine while on a trip to Andalusia. After returning to Prague, they missed fine Iberian ham, chorizo with olives, aged sheep’s cheese, and the traditional sherry so much that they decided to open an authentic tapas bistro. Oliveira, Čermákova 1231, Prague 10 After wandering through Grébovka in Prague 10, you can end up at the nearby bistro and shop Oliveira. It is focused exclusively on Portuguese cuisine, wines and ingredients. For example, order portobello with sheep’s cheese and pear in port wine or go for a tasting of Portuguese wines. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da Oliveira – Wine Tapas Market...
Signal Festival will take place from Thursday 13 October to Sunday 16 October in the streets of Prague. In the last 10 years, the festival has attracted more than 3 million visitors and helped to create 90 original works of art, supporting the youngest generation of Czech artists. Although the venues are not always the same, in the past they have included Republic Square, Old Town Square (Kinsky Palace), Rudolfinum, Shooters Island, National Theatre, Kampa Park, Peace Square and Prague Castle. Lately, they’ve gone out to Karlin as well and instead of a start and finish they now have different circuits. “This year we celebrate our 10th anniversary and we will offer videomappings, new installations and venues, world-known artists, projections, live shows, talks, and many new collaborations. We’re not gonna reveal the official program just yet, but you can take a little sneak peak,” says festival director Martin Pošta. “Thanks to the newly established international cooperation, we will be able to bring you more inspiring artists from all over the world, especially in the field of digital and new media. You will get the opportunity to see the works previously exhibited in world-class galleries in Berlin, New York, London, or Lisbon,” he added. The...
Prague offers many interesting places where crowds of tourists will not await you and where you can calmly explore new sights and sounds. Many people have no idea that right in the middle of Prague there is a small town living as if for itself, with its own poetics and identity. Nový Svět is located away from the main tourist traffic and is a small neighborhood adjacent to Prague Castle. One of the entrances to Nové Svět leads from Jelení Street. “The easiest way is to get off the tram or drive to the Jelení Dvůr hotel, which is only a short distance away,” revealed guide Martin Bělohradský, adding that the second approach is from Loretánské náměstí via Černická Street. Another option is to come from Hradčanské náměstí via Kamenická Street. Before you enter Nové Svět from Keplerova Street, don’t forget to enjoy the view, for example of St. Vitus Cathedral. “Both the history, especially in the Renaissance period, connected with Tycho Brahe, and the fact that during the Second World War important figures of Czech culture settled and lived here is interesting,” Bělohradský described. Nový Svět has always been a slum. Local residents tried to at least somehow gild...
In Prague on the 3 and 4 of September, there will be a medieval “Tournament of Kings” (Turnaj králů). Noble warriors will fight with swords and spears and compete in horse riding and group duels using different types of weapons. Guests will also enjoy medieval fair, musical performances, and a rich accompanying program. For children, the organizers will prepare thematic creative and athletic competitions. The event will take place in Max van der Stoel Park near the Prague Castle. This will be the tournament’s sixth year. Its organizers are the city of Praha-6 and the club of historical re-enactment, Rytíři Koruny České. “The tournament is traditionally dedicated to the life of Czech kings. This year it will show the early period of the board of King Jan of Luxembourg who also ordered the tournament. A big surprise for everyone will be his wife Eliska Přemyslovna, granddaughter Přemysl Otakar II, who will show that knighthood is not just a man’s affair,” the description advertises. When: 3 and 4 September (Saturday and Sunday) from 13:00 to 17:00 Where: park Maxe van der Stoela (see map) Detailed tournament program and ticket prices will be published in early September via this link. Last year...
Following the termination of the lease for the contact center for drug addicts in Mahenová Street in Prague 5, the Czech Streetwork Association called in an open letter to the City Hall to extend the notice period for the contact center and, in cooperation with the municipality, to find new premise where it could operate. This follows from a letter addressed to the mayor of the fifth district of Prague, Renáta Zajíčková (ODS), which was provided by the director of ČAS, Martina Zikmundová. The contact center (KC) in Mahenova street near the “U Zvonu” tram stop has been operated by the non-profit organization Progressive for almost 20 years. The management of Prague 5 decided to terminate the lease this July, stating that the organization must vacate the premises within six months. The municipality has been concerned about the presence of addicts in the area for a long time. “This step [terminating the activity of the contact center in Prague 5 without any compensation] is not an effective solution to the situation, on the contrary, it will significantly worsen the current situation not only within the Prague 5 district but also in other parts of Prague,” said Martina Zikmundová. The director...
In the twenty years since the devastating floods, Prague’s Karlín has changed significantly, with new construction attracting businesses, shops and services, and changing the composition of the population. Marek Vácha, the spokesman for the city’s Institute of Planning and Development, said that the biggest construction development has been in the area around the Vltava River, where another large development is planned and the city also wants to build a large park. Industrial Karlín turned into an office district Originally industrial and working-class Karlín has been transformed since the floods into a district of offices and luxury housing. Several houses had to be demolished after the floods, many were evicted and the original tenants never returned. This, together with new construction, accelerated the transformation of the neighborhood and led to a change in the social composition of the residents. Housing prices in Karlín are now at the level of the most desirable Prague neighbourhoods such as Vinohrady, Letná or Dejvice. Since the time of the floods a number of large office buildings have sprung up along Rohanský nábřeží, and residential developers have also taken advantage of the opportunity. “The biggest development is in the Rohanský ostrov area,” Vácha said. He added...
Japanese Zen Paintings from the Kaeru-An Collection are brought to the National Gallery Prague by curators Markéta Hánová and Jana Ryndová. Zenga is a thoroughly organized space where you can feel yourself a part of the artistic universe and customize your experience of Zen. The exhibition is organized into five realms, each presents one of the main principles of the ancient teaching, giving you an opportunity to become a disciple yourself. The multidimensional space-shaping approach is adjusted in order to bring to movement all the senses you may use to perceive reality and its new experiences. You are invited to observe the painting while sitting in a special area in front of it, while your hearing is busy with thoroughly chosen musical accompaniment. This way you may actually feel the artwork and interpret it in accordance with the teaching, making it your very own experience, allowing it to change you and therefore complete its mission. The exhibition will run until October 2, 2022. “Nothing is lacking and nothing is in excess” Be sure to trust the art space that awakens silence in your own mind where an ability to listen to the world and interpret its messages can be discovered. That sacred faculty...
The data will be anonymous and will help the city plan traffic conditions more efficiently. Prague will test a new method of obtaining anonymized statistical data about traffic, the city website informs. In particular, municipal company Operátor ICT will be making advanced video analysis, with the objective of improving the management of the traffic flow and making it more efficient. Smarter and more sustainable mobility At the beginning of this week, the City Council of Prague approved a contract for the provision of technology testing services for obtaining anonymised statistical traffic data. The purpose of said contract is for the capital city to have backing for future decisions about territorial development, changes in traffic signs or modification of signal plans or construction modifications. According to the Mayor of Prague, Zdeněk Hřib, the changes are needed as the number of cars in the city is growing constantly. Therefore, the authorities need to find solutions to ensure smooth passage through the territory, by investing massively in infrastructure, but also – through managing transport “based on data, not impressions”. But on top of improving decision-making at the political level, the data is likely to help all citizens, visitors and developers of Prague, as it will be published as open data on the Golemio platform....
Another vandal has desecrated the Charles Bridge. He can face up to three years in prison. The Charles Bridge in Prague has very little tolerance for vandals. Someone spray painted the medieval monument again recently–the fresh work appeared on a pillar about 20 meters from the abandoned city police office. The inscription, which the currently unknown perpetrator created on the bridge, is roughly two meters long. “If caught, he faces a prison sentence of up to three years,” police officer Violeta Siřišťová said. It is not the first time this has happened. Although the bridge is guarded by cameras, attacks by vandals happen relatively frequently. In July 2019, one of the pillars was vandalized by German tourists. One of them was sentenced to a year’s probation, a fine of one hundred thousand crowns, and banishment for five years. Two years later, a seventeen-year-old boy and a girl a year younger scribbled blue on the railing and plinth of a statue. Unfortunately, there are more cases of destruction of Prague’s monuments. The last time this year in July was a group of young people scribbling on the wall at the so-called Fisherman’s House in Kampa. “They caused quite a lot of...
Beer is what made Prague famous. But as the city becomes ever more cosmopolitan and international, locals and tourists alike are expecting a much greater variety in the drinks they enjoy. Nestled inconspicuously in Malá Strana, Na Břehu Rhôny is bringing exactly that: a much-needed contribution to Czech wine culture. They offer a wide variety of French wines that cannot be found anywhere else in the Czech Republic. Opened at the end of May, the newest location focuses only on tapas and wine—all while bringing a huge dose of authentic French charm. Situated in a heavily trafficked area of Malá Strana, but a few blocks away from the main strip, the venue is surprisingly peaceful. The patio is pleasant and airy, often hosting live jazz acts—every Thursday for the remainder of the summer. Venture further in, and there is more to be discovered: a tastefully decorated interior that retains the charm of the old building while adding touches of French charm and a spacious courtyard that offers more private outdoor seating. Na Břehu Rhôny was started in Vyton from a desire to host friends and share in the pleasures of good wine—it has rapidly expanded, as the owners confront increasing...
There’s only one thing to do when the heat and humidity hit – find the nearest rooftop bar and cool down with a cocktail or two. It might not have the same skyscrapers as New York or Tokyo, but there are some jaw-dropping rooftop bars in Europe. From London to Luxembourg and everywhere in between, here’s the 2022 roundup of the best rooftop bars in Europe ranked by Big 7 Travel. Their ranking system uses aggregated scores taking into account online reviews from Google, Tripadvisor, and previous media coverage, as well as input from the editorial team on factors including rooftop views, design, and drinks list, they have revealed the hottest places to sip ‘n’ social distance this summer. We were chuffed to see at least one Prague hotspot mentioned in the running. Balcony Bar Prague Big 7 Travel describes Balcony Bar as “a charming rooftop bar in the very centre of Prague, with a view of Národní třída and the National Theatre. It’s inspired by hip rooftop bars in cities such as New York or London, but with a historical Czech take on it.” The intimate restaurant offers seating for 25 on the terrace and seating for 30 inside. Balcony Bar offers innovative...
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