How did the first strip clubs in Prague appear? What were the sexual toys produced in Czechoslovakia? An exhibition Decadent Prague (“Praha dekadentní”), which teeters on the edge of decency, provides uncensored answers to such questions. The exhibition will run in the Dancing House Gallery until March 31st next year and is only open to individuals over 18 years of age. According to the organizers, this is the most controversial exhibition to date, which, as they promise, will outrage but also educate visitors. “We made this exhibition censorship-free so that visitors could see what was really happening in Prague during the 20th century. No covered naked bodies, no censorship,” said Robert Vůjtek, Dancing House Gallery director, adding that for some visitors the exhibition might prove too bold. Decadent Prague will take visitors to brothels of the First Republic, show the beginnings of striptease in the 1960s in the country or the history of erotic images that were created outside the supervision of state censorship. “We also have a rarity here – medical books of prostitutes, which were preserved in Czechoslovakia in only two copies; we borrowed them from the Police Museum,” added Vůjtek. In addition to themes related to prostitution,...
Located not far from the banks of the Vltava in the trendy Karlín neighborhood, this establishment looks to reinvigorate the Beer Garden experience in Prague. Run by the Hilton, Beer Garden Karlín will officially reopen on May 17, with a special offer for the opening week: get any large beer on tap for the price of a small one! Beer Garden Karlín has six beers on tap including familiar 10- and 11-degree options and more specialized beers like a wheat beer. The grill features OTB burgers, Prague ham, grilled halloumi, and much more. Beer Garden Karlín offers also a selection of cocktails (Aperol Spritz, G&T, Hugo, Lillet Rosé), summer Sangria and home-made lemonade. Is it expensive? Here’s some more good news. While keeping the quality levels high, they’re also offering great prices on both food and drink. You can get a small beer for 30 CZK, and a half-liter of 11-degree Staropramen will cost you 40 CZK. If you’re cycling or skating nearby, this spot makes a great exercise pit stop. The garden is also dog and child-friendly. With a total capacity of 450 people, flexible set up of beer benches, lounge furniture, dining tables, and standing cocktail tables, we will create...
On 21 April, the City of Prague announced that it has approved the architectural, urban, and technical concept for the future Smíchov terminal project. According to a press release by the municipality, this terminal will become a “modern traffic hub” and it will be the central transport point for the southern part of the city. Simpler and safer travel Currently, different stations are located in different parts of the city. Now, the Smíchov terminal plans to facilitate travel by ensuring shorter transfer links for travellers. It seeks to achieve this by being a central transport point where railway, metro, and tram stations will be located in one place. Taking this further, travellers will also be able to use bus, trolleybus, and electric bus lines from the Smíchov terminal. In addition to this, there will be a Park and Ride (P+R) car park which will further guarantee comfortable and easy travel. All of this will alleviate the stress and worry of people who are anxious and afraid when embarking on long journeys where they have to transfer between different modes of transport. The Deputy Minister for Transport Adam Scheinherr commented on this as he assured that the terminal will undoubtedly facilitate people’s journeys: “Everything will be simple, safe, and...
As the country plans to ease lockdown measures, Manifesto is optimistic about the upcoming weeks and is preparing the markets for a full reopening. “Manifesto Florenc didn’t interrupt operations during the lockdown, but being able to see guests at our tables will be a much different experience. We missed daily direct contact with our community so badly. We have big news for Smichov’s residents: they can already plan outings with their friends to Manifesto Smichov’s beer garden that will reopen after a 9-month unwanted pause,” Martin Barry, Founder and CEO of Manifesto, discloses his nearest plans. Seven new restaurants “Nothing will be as before. Everything will feel like the first time”. That is the message of the campaign Manifesto is launching to mark its reopening. Seven restaurants opened in Manifesto since March 2021, bringing foodies on a gastronomic trip around Japan, India, Caucasian regions, Hawaii, Spain, Italy and Vienna. The list of new concepts includes Antricote Authentic Caucasian Grill, Avenida Bar La Tapa, NAPOKĒ, Rang De Basanti, Schnitzel King and Ukiyo-e Japanese Cuisine. The long-time favorite chefs from Ryba je ryba, Dirty Dog Barbeque, The Craft Burger Spot, Faency Fries and Minie’s won’t be missing. Their traditional recipes and some...
On Monday evening, May 10, a memorial act will take place at Prague Castle, the Czech News Agency reports. Nearly 30,000 candles will be lit on the castle’s courtyards, accompanied by music played by the Castle Guard’s official band. Everyone is invited to take part in the commemorative event. At the same time, the press service reminded the visitors of the need to observe the face mask regime and social distance. The candles will be lit by employees of the Office of the President of the Republic, the Prague Castle Administration, members of the Castle Guard, and the President’s Protection Department. A flower-laying site will be organized in the square in front of St. Vitus Cathedral. The first candle is scheduled to light at 19:30. The opening hours of Prague Castle will be extended until midnight. Prague Castle has also published instructions on its website asking visitors to adhere to hygienic and epidemiological measures, including social distance and wearing face masks or respirators. Thus far, 29,608 people have died in the Czech Republic after contracting COVID-19. On March 25, people have been lighting candles on Prague’s Old Town Square, where almost 25,000 crosses were painted in honour of those who...
Modern, clean, logically structured and comprehensible – we could describe the new visual identity of Prague’s public transport with these words the best. In August last year, a jury of specialists assembled by the Czechdesign association selected the Superlative.works agency as the winner of a competition to develop a unified brand identity for use across all modes of transport in Prague and neighboring areas. At the beginning of the current month, the first tram entered the streets of Prague with the new gray-red color scheme. Red was chosen as a color inspired by an iconic T3 tram – a typical symbol for Prague, as well as because red is the color of the city logo. Grey replaced white as a base color due to the lesser visibility of dirt on vehicles that should now be “appearing cleaner”. The new visual identity is soon going to be applied to various forms of Prague’s integrated commuter system – such as trams, buses, metro – and trains. Gradually, over the next 15 years, the new visual identity is going to be applied to various forms of Prague’s integrated commuter system – such as trams, buses, metro, trains included in the PID transport system (Prague + Central Bohemian Region). An...
Last October, a pilot project that set up points of re-use was launched by the capital and Prague Services, an organization that deals with the management and disposal of household waste. Prague citizens approach the recently established re-use centres with commendable enthusiasm as more than 14 tons of various items have been donated so far. Interested parties have already received 1,820 items. Initially, the collection points were located at Pod Šancemi street in Prague 9 and Zakrýta street in Prague 4. Subsequently, the project was expanded, adding the third point at Horní Počernice in Prague 20. In about six months, centres managed to save 14,372 kilograms of things that would usually be thrown away, and 1,820 items were given to people in need. The greatest interest was caused by household items, such as dishes, bed linen, or small furniture. Thanks to the project, various equipment and facilities came into use once again. In recent months, not only non-profit companies that provide equipment to people in material need but also the people of Prague themselves, have been taking part in the project. The creators made a user-friendly website (nevyhazujto.cz) to make donations and delivery of items easier than before. “The...
Prague’s city representatives have decided to revitalize and recreate the urban greenery in the most popular and bustling areas of the metropolis. Moreover, they want to expand and enlarge some areas, making way for new projects. These changes are planned for Stromovka, Letná, Vítkov Hill and Rohan Island. Stromovka Prague’s largest park ̶ its existence dating back to the mid-13th century will undergo modifications in the near future. The exhibition grounds, for example, will be incorporated into the park. The area will be expanded to up to 30 000 sqm., and the park will include a lawn, which in turn will provide shelter for all visitors. “We have already finished the project planning, and the work will start in the spring,” added Deputy Mayor for the Environment, Petr Hlubuček. Letná A new pond will be added in Letná. The water reservoir with an area of about 7 000 sqm. near the Hanavsky Pavilion towards Stalin, will serve both for the irrigation of the surroundings and as a recreational space. This area can serve as an oasis for many animals and citizens, especially during hot and scorching summer days. Vítkov Park Vítkov Hill, with its densely interwoven network of walking...
More than 600 houses are already involved in the graffiti removal program in Prague 2. For the eleventh year in a row, the district of Prague 2 has been implementing an anti-graffiti program, reports Pražský Patriot. In the first three months of this year, 57 houses were cleaned, and more than 319 square meters of graffiti were removed. In total, it is planned to release the consequences of spraying from an area of more than two thousand square meters this year. In addition to removing graffiti from buildings involved in the Dvojka proti graffiti program, Prague 2 initiated graffiti removal on the stairs in Bělehradská Street, even though they are not owned by the city district. “In recent times, we turned to the capital to finally solve the spray-painted New Town walls. We have also pushed for graffiti to disappear from the Belgrade Stairs, even though they are owned by the Technical Administration of Roads. Only in 2020, the disposal of graffiti cost the city district more than 410,000 crowns,” says Deputy Mayor Jan Korseska (ODS), who is in charge of the city district’s budget. “Currently, 651 private and municipal houses are involved in Dvojka proti graffiti, and they will...
The summer stage of the Lucerna Music Bar in Prague will move from Prague Exhibition Grounds to the territory of the new complex in Braník. The concert series starts on June 15th with the band Chinaski, tickets for their first two performances have already sold out. Throughout the summer season bands Mirai, J.A.R., Mig 21, Pražský Výběr, Jelen and Monkey Business, as well as singers such as Barbora Poláková, David Koller and Paulie Garand, will perform on the stage. The safety and hygiene regulations will be adapted to the current regulations established by the Ministry of Health and the local sanitary station. The organizers will publish and update additional information on their website throughout the summer season. The band Chinaski will also perform pro bono at the concert Chance for Culture (“Šance pro kulturu”), which will be held on Tuesday next week. The concert is organized with the official support of the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Up to 2,500 people will be able to attend the event, which main goal is to show that concerts are a safe place if all the recommended precautions are followed. LUCERNA MUSIC BAR OPEN AIR 2021 15. 6....
With the help of state-of-the-art technologies and borrowed virtual reality glasses, everyone can immerse in watching selected performances from Prague theatres from the comfort of their homes, as well as from a completely new angle – right from the stage, in close vicinity to the actors. The globally unique service called Brejlando has been presented by Prague City Hall together with the Brainz Studios creative group. The uniqueness of Brejlando lies primarily in the manner in which a virtual reality theatrical production is shot. The viewer looks at the scene through the eyes of a 360-degree camera. It is at the centre of everything, the actors move around it and play the scenes towards it. Lighting and surround sound recording are also set accordingly. Compared to a classic visit to the theatre, therefore the spectator has an essentially physical experience, as the actors direct their monologues and views directly at them. Brejlando starts with a recording of the Hamlets of the Na Zábradlí Theatre (directed by Jan Mikulášek) with Petr Čtvrtníček, Jana Plodková, Jiří Vyorálek, Jakub Žáček as well as other actors and Perníková chaloupka (Hans and Gretel) of the Minor Theatre (directed by Jakub Vašíček, Tomáš Jarkovský), with Petr Stach and Monika Načeva. Twice monthly, more productions will be added...
Prague City Council and the Institute of Planning and Development has announced plans to transform parts of Revoluční Street into a pedestrian-friendly promenade. The proposal aims to create more space for pedestrians by widening the streets, adding trees, benches, drinking fountains, and bicycle racks. The road surface will be paved over and driving speeds will be reduced to 30 k/h on the street. Now, 15,000 cars will pass through the street daily. The street is some 295 meters long. The modifications were intended to make Revolučni, Národní, and Na Příkopě streets known as the Hradební korza or “castle promenade” look and feel more like the original Old Town Prague. In an interview with zdopravy.cz, Deputy Mayor of Transport Adam Scheinherr discussed his vision for the future promenade. “We want to turn Revoluční Street into a promenade with wide sidewalks, quality surfaces, benches, and better accessible public transport. As it should be in the center of the modern metropolis,” To accommodate public transport, wider islands will be implemented to the new tram stop closer to the Vltava river. The proposal for the promenade began in 2018 when Aoc architects in partnership with the Institute for Planning and Development conducted a study...
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