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Father Adolf Kajpr spent 13 years of his life in concentration camps and prisons. He was persecuted by both the Nazis and the Communists for his journalism and opposition to the regimes. He dedicated his life to faith, the Church, and civil...

The annual Architecture Day festival gets underway on Friday in more than a hundred cities and towns across Czechia and Slovakia. The week-long event will offer free guided tours of both famous and lesser known buildings, which are usually...

Polo is thought to have originated in China and Persia around 2,000 years ago. The game’s name may well have come from the word “pholo”, meaning ‘ball’ or ‘ballgame’ in the Balti language of Tibet. The first recorded game took place in 600 BC...

The Fassati Art Festival aims to present artistic projects full of unusual experiences, which include the harmony of music, visual arts, design, gourmet delicacies, emotions, and mutual human harmony. “Czech Roots”, the 11th gala evening took...

On the occasion of Argentina’s National Day, and 100 years of diplomatic relations between the Czech Republic and Argentina , the Ambassador of the Argentine Republic H.E. Mr. Claudio Javier Rozencwaig hosted a special reception at the...

On the Occasion of The Constitution Day of the Slovak Republic and The Day of the Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic, the Ambassador of the Slovak Republic, H.E Mrs. Ingrid Brockova hosted an official reception at the beautiful garden of the...

On the occasion of the 214th Anniversary of the Independence of Mexico, H.E. Ambassador Mrs. Berenice Díaz Ceballos hosted an official reception at the beautiful Kaiserštejnský Palác. Mr. Jiri Kozak – the first deputy minister of foreign...

At the invitation of the President of the Republic Petr Pavel, the President of the Republic of Korea Jun Sok-yol and Mrs. Kim Keon-hee arrived to the Czech Republic on an official visit from September 19 to 21, 2024. Watch the video from the...

Nadace Olgy Havlové has announced a collection to help with the relief efforts. It is intended to support organizations helping flood victims repair the damage caused by the floods (e.g. purchase of necessary materials, transport, provision of...

Prague Castle, as well as its protected area which also includes archaeological findings, are No. 1 recognized parts of the Czech cultural heritage. The Bohemian Crown Jewels rank second to this national bequest. The Crown Jewels are...

Ostrava hosted the Leading Minds Forum, an international conference of experts on the theme of Divided Energy Revolution. The prestigious event was held under the auspices of the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Petr Fiala, the Minister of...

The Czech UN Youth Delegates Programme connects the youth in Czechia with the United Nations. It provides a platform for the Czech youth to be represented within the organization, while also raising awareness about the UN through the activities...

Vyšehrad has been a key site for archaeological research in Prague for over a century. A new exhibition reveals its importance in the history of Czechia. For most visitors, Vyšehrad is a serene park in the heart of Prague, offering beautiful...

This week marks the 80th birthday of Ivan Theimer, one of the most prominent contemporary Czech sculptors, who is based in France and Italy. His monumental bronze artworks, which draw inspiration from the works of old masters, can be found all...

Adam Štěch, the Czech art journalist and researcher, has now opened his exhibition Elements at the Museum of Applied Arts in Vienna. Adam spoke to Radio Prague International about what awaits visitors to the exhibition, as well as his career...

Czech soprano Nada Šormova is one of the well-known voices in the Czech opera world. In the course of a career spanning close to half a century she has appeared on leading stages at home and abroad. Czech soprano Nada Šormova graduated from the...

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday unveiled her team of commissioner candidates and their portfolios for the 2024-2029 cycle. The Czech nominee, Industry Minister Jozef Síkela, has been selected Commissioner-designate...

The northern parts of Moravia and Silesia are the most affected by recent flooding in Czechia, particularly the Moravian-Silesian and Olomouc regions. Tens of thousands of people have been asked to evacuate. I interviewed the Director of the...

Prague ranks as the number one student city in Europe, surpassing London, Paris, and Berlin in key categories like cost of living and safety, according to Campus Advisor. Prague has emerged as the best student city in Europe, according to new...

As the flood waters slowly subside, Prime Minister Petr Fiala has outlined the government’s strategy in dealing with the damage wrought by strong winds and high water in many parts of the country. He promised state finances, material aid and...

The NATO Military Committee retreat in Prague, scheduled for this weekend, will focus on discussing Europe’s security, the implementation of prior NATO Summit decisions, and the feasibility of the Alliance’s defense plans. This marks the...

This Sunday, the Jewish Museum in Prague is hosting a celebration at the Spanish Synagogue, to mark 30 years since the museum was put back into the care of the Czech Jewish community. Beginning at 2 pm, the event will include musical and...

Loučeň Chateau is a Baroque estate situated in the town of Loučeň within the Nymburk District. I was given a tour of the chateau by head guide Hana Michalčíková, along with members of our team at Radio Prague, to learn more about its history...

In this part of our video series on Czech Music Greats, we return once again to one of the best-known names in Czech classical music – Antonín Dvořák. We’ll take a closer look at his SYMPHONY NO. 5 in F major, which represents a milestone...

Madeleine Albright’s life story is a truly remarkable journey through history, shaped by her experiences during tumultuous times in Europe and the United States. “I wouldn’t be who I am without those roots in Czechoslovakia,”...

The manufactory was the second porcelain factory established in the Czech lands. By the late 19th century, Thun porcelain had achieved international success. Unfortunately, this year, operations in Klášterec nad Ohří have come to an end. The...

As a part of the ASEAN PLUS FILM FESTIVAL, H.E. Ms. SUZILAH BINTI MOHD SIDEK – Ambassador of Malaysia, organized a screening at the Prague Municipal Library of a true life movie “Rain Town”.

As a part of the ASEAN PLUS FILM FESTIVAL, Mr. HTUANN NAUNG, Minister-Counsellor, and Chargé d'Affaires of Myanmar organized a screening at the Prague Municipal Library. The movie was about Women’s rights

Both companies with their teams and women themselves can participate. The program is suitable for fulfilling ESG goals Business & Professional Women CR (BPWCR) is proud to announce that on October 11, it will officially launch the 7th year...

The 77th annual Pálavské vinobraní wine festival in Mikulov attracted around 44,000 visitors, the same as last year, despite the hot weather. See more here. Author: Vít Pohanka

The Crown of St. Wenceslas made for the coronation of Charles IV has a magic attraction. It is rarely put on display and people cue up for hours to see it. Few people know that there is a replica of it at Barrandov film studios that anyone can...

Screenwriter and director Jiří Mádl’s film Waves has been selected as the Czech Republic ‘s official entry for the 97th Academy Awards where it will compete in the Best Foreign Film category. See more here. Author: Daniela Lazarová

Visitors to a stamp exhibition in Prague at the weekend could admire a rare artifact from the Titanic, an address label from the ship’s mail. See more here. Author: Daniela Lazarová

The historical Bubeneč train station has opened its doors as ‘Stanice6’, a new pub and cultural centre. This comes ten years after the station served its last train. First built in 1850 under Franz Joseph I, the station was the...

In the shadow of Prague Castle and its heaving masses of visitors hides a quiet and hidden valley. First used for defensive purposes, the Stag Moat offers visitors a space to relax and to explore for its historical curiosities. The moat...

On September 9th 1754, the Baroque column of the Holy Trinity was consecrated by the bishop of Olomouc, Cardinal Ferdinand Julius Troyer, in the presence of the imperial-royal couple Maria Theresa and Francis I of Lorraine. Today, this UNESCO...

Prague Castle will be part of the Signal festival, which annually showcases light art and digital culture around Prague, the organizers of the event announced. See more here. Author: Daniela Lazarová

One of the winners of this year’s Most Beautiful Czech Books of the Year Award is Birds of Prague 1800-2020, published by the Czech Ornithological Society and Revolver Revue. It follows up on the work of the pioneering Czechoslovak...

‘Forest kindergartens’ are a growing phenomenon in Czechia, offering children aged 3-6 educational and fun activities, and plenty of fresh air. One such kindergarten has recently opened close to the town of Litoměřice. While the first such...

Built to protect Czechoslovakia against Nazi Germany and later repurposed as a nuclear shelter by the Communist regime, Fort Hanička served neither purpose. Today it is a museum that attracts thousands of military enthusiasts. Hanička was...

Have you ever wondered what motivates today’s young adults? Magdalena Fendrychová, who performs under the stage name Kvietah, offers some insights. Her album Diky, včely (“Thanks, Bees”) has received acclaim for the powerful stories in...

This week, visitors to the Prague Zoo have the last chance to see thirty species of poisonous and very colorful woodpeckers in one place. They will be on display in the Gočárovy domy Gallery until Sunday, September 15. On the last day at 1 p.m...

Czechia is bracing for potential severe flooding due to heavy rainfall which started on Thursday and is predicted to last for the next couple of days. Environment Minister Petr Hladík has likened the weather forecast to the years 1997 and 2002...

Beaver tail, bear paws or squirrel meat – these are just some of the ingredients from historic recipes currently on display at the Olomouc Research Library. The exhibition presenting unique cookbooks from the Middle Ages until the 1930s...

Labor market conditions in Czechia have deteriorated for the third consecutive year and are now ranked as the tenth worst in the EU, primarily due to low flexibility and significant gender pay disparities. Despite having the lowest unemployment...

The Dvořákova Praha festival brings world-class orchestras and soloists to Prague, showcasing not only Dvořák’s works but also compositions by other classical masters. The festival opens with a performance of Dvořák’s “New World...

According to the Distillers’ Union, the distilling season in Czechia will be particularly bad this year. Fruit distillate production is expected to fall to about one fifth of last year’s level – which was already bad. Between 20 and...

Chilli peppers may not always be as spicy as the label says. According to experts, manufacturers often do not even know how to measure the spiciness of their products correctly and sometimes quote values twice as high as the real strength...

Russia remains by far the biggest threat to the security of the Czech Republic, the Czech counterintelligence service BIS says in its annual report for 2023. See more here. Author: Daniela Lazarová

Today marks the centenary of the birth of Rudolf Vrba, a Czechoslovak and Jewish biochemist, who escaped from the Auschwitz concentration camp in 1942 together with fellow prisoner Alfréd Wetzler. Together they published the Vrba–Wetzler report...

Antonín Dvořák is one of the greatest musicians that Czechia has given to the world. Throughout his life, he remained firmly rooted in his native region of Central Bohemia. The world-famous composer lived in Prague on Žitná Street, but he spent...

Space X’s Falcon 9 rocket will carry the NASA-developed HERA detector into space and the first astronauts to launch commercially into free space. It works thanks to the integration of the module with the Timepix chip, which is produced by...

On the occasion of the 202nd Anniversary of the Independence of Brazil, the ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil H.E Ms. Sonia Regina Guimaraes Gomes hosted a special reception at the beautiful garden of the Residence in Troja...

The Embassy of Romania to the Czech Republic with the Bucharest Municipality Museum and the city hall of Prague 6 organized a photo exhibition of the Czech Photographer Franz Duschek “Bucharest in the 19th Century as seen through the eyes of...

Visitors to the Prague Zoo can now see rare tiger snakes. In addition to their color, these brightly colored reptiles are particularly interesting due to their double toxicity. Not only is their poison, which they inject into the body of their...

The UN Tourism Global Conference on Wine Tourism is set to return to focus on traditions and cultural heritage. The eighth edition of the Conference, co-hosted by the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Armenia, will be held in Yerevan (11...

Madrid, Spain, 2 September 2024 – UN Tourism and the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), have partnered to advance Sports Tourism on a global scale.  The new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) marks a step forward in the...

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Thailand organized a new event celebrating the 50thAnniversary of Diplomatic Relations between the Kingdom of Thailand and the Czech Republic H.E. Mr. Suwat KAEWSOOK Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand and his...

The Military Technical Museum Lešany near Týnec nad Sázavou traditionally organizes an exhibition of tanks for military buffs on the last weekend of the summer holidays. This year’s jubilee edition featured equipment from the collections...

Czech scientists have developed a unique “invisible stamp” that could help identify the owners of rare documents or works of art that got lost or stolen. The stamp is not detectable to the human eye and can only be deciphered by an X-ray...

As a part of the ASEAN PLUS FILM FESTIVAL, H.E. Mr. Eduardo MENEZ – Ambassador of the Republic of Philippines, organized a screening at the Prague municipal library of the beautiful movie K’NA THE Dreamweaver. Watch the Video H.E. Mr...

Prague Art Week, a four-day event presenting the best of Prague’s galleries and art museums, gets underway in the capital on Friday evening. The festival’s main venue will be located at the historic Savarin Palace in the centre of the city...

On Tuesday, September 10, the Good Will Run of the Olga Havel Foundation will start in the Hvězda nature reserve to help families in adverse life situations. The entire proceeds from the starting charity race, which is organized by the Goodwill...

The newly inaugurated Nicholas Winton Street in Prague was officially opened today by representatives of the Prague 7 municipality and other organizations. The ceremony coincides with the anniversary of the outbreak of the Second World War and...

In the years 2014–2020, the Integrated Regional Operational Program (IROP) of the Ministry for Regional Development supported a total of 1,820 investment projects in regional education with 21.57 billion crowns from the European Regional...

Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies Markéta Pekarová Adamová attended the official  opening of the prenatal medicine center in Lviv, western Ukraine. The center’s equipment for 10 million crowns was purchased from Czech humanitarian aid...

The Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies Markéta Pekarová Adamová received the Speaker of the Polish Sejm Szymon Hołownia. The main topic of the joint meeting was mutual inter-parliamentary cooperation in the context of the current political and...

The GLOBSEC 2024 Forum, held in Prague over the weekend under the patronage of Czech President Petr Pavel, centered around the theme “Taming the Storm,” with an emphasis on central and eastern Europe’s crucial role in maintaining global...

Czechast talks with Martin Tlapa, Czechia’s Ambassador to Canada, who grew up in Prague’s blue-collar neighborhoods during Communist rule. “I was born in Kobylisy, a district in Prague 8. See more here. Author: Vít Pohanka

is launching the autumn phase of this year’s key campaign “Unexpected Wellbeing”. Even in this wave, it shows foreign tourists how to exercise, relax, and rest while traveling in the Czech Republic. It emphasizes the unique...

Experts from the Czech Academy of Science’s Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry have developed a new compound that could address two major health challenges of the present day: obesity and Alzheimer’s disease. I discussed the...

The royal crown, apple and scepter will be on display in the Vladislav Hall of Prague Castle from Tuesday 17 to Monday 30 September as part of the celebration of St. Wenceslas’ anniversary. This year, the exhibition with the subtitle...

A new work of art by Czech artist David Černý, in honour of the legendary Czech gymnast Věra Čáslavská, has been set up in Prague’s Malá Strana. The kinetic statue, which is ten metres high, was first exhibited at the recent Olympic Games in...

On the occasion of the 79th Anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Ambassador H.E. Mr. Hoai Nam DUONG, hosted a reception at the Grandior Hotel – Prague.

The female common Mersey wombat in the Prague Zoo becomes independent. The first wombat born in the Czech Republic has already stopped sucking mother's milk and has fully switched to adult food. She no longer returns to her mother Winkleigh's...

On Tuesday, August 27, 2024, the President of the Republic Petr Pavel received the head of the Czech Republic’s embassies abroad at Prague Castle. You can watch the video with parts of the President’s speech ( In Czech )  and of Mr. Jan...

The Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies, Markéta Pekarová Adamová, opened a special investment seminar of the Taiwanese Semiconductor Mission in the lower chamber of the Parliament.

The Czech Republic attracts more and more tourists thanks to its rich beer tradition. According to the latest statistics from the Czech Tourism Office – CzechTourism, the most popular beer destinations include Pilsenský Prazdroj, which was...

The government discussed and approved the proposal of ministers Ivan Bartoš and Marian Jurečka on the institutional anchoring of the Agency for Social Inclusion, in an amended form, and confirmed that it will continue to operate in cities and...

A seven-member jury led by the President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe Theodoros Rousopoulos announced in the premises of the Václav Havel Library the three finalists for the international Václav Havel Prize for Human...

No sooner have the rules resulting from the “big” October amendment to the Czech Labour Code started to be successfully applied in practice than the government has already introduced and approved another amendment, this time a “flexible” one.

The Business & Professional Women CR (BPWCR) organization celebrated the 94th anniversary of the founding of its parent international network BPW International with the FINdependence Day event, which took place yesterday in Prague in...

The weather forecast is for sunny and hot days. On Friday, August 30, all children under the age of 15 will have entry to the Prague Zoo for a symbolic one crown.

An unexploded 500-pound bomb from the Second World War, which was found on Wednesday on the grounds of a chemical plant in Záluží near Litvínov has led to the evacuation of 600 residents. Nothing like this has ever been found in the modern...

The Church of St. Jacob in Brno, one of the country’s most valuable late Gothic buildings, recently reopened to the public after 3 years of extensive repairs. The newly renovated house of prayer now houses a multimedia exhibition that showcases...

Discover Brno's hidden underground water tanks on Žlutý kopec, where cool, historic spaces blend with art and offer a unique refuge from the summer heat.

Tomáš Kačo grew up in a community flat in Nový Jičín with 11 siblings and a broken piano. But he made it to the Berklee College of Music.

Postponing the digitisation of construction permits system would cause more economic damage to Czechia than its launch in its current form, Regional Development Minister Ivan Bartoš said in a debate programme on Czech Television on Sunday.

On August 21, Czechs marked the 56th anniversary of the Soviet-led Warsaw Pact invasion of Czechoslovakia. The oppressive atmosphere and frustrations of the time are reflected in the music of Karel Kryl, the country’s leading protest singer.

The serial production of the new Škoda 100 model began in Mladá Boleslav on August 25, 1969. Unlike its predecessor, the Škoda 1000 MB, which was considered one of the best vehicles in its class, the new model was not that visually attractive...

Czechs have a fascination with the American West that is unexpected and often baffling to foreigners not so familiar with some of the more niche aspects of Czech culture.

Bagpipers, lovers of kilts, whisky, Scottish music and traditional Scottish sports gathered at Sychrov Castle in the Liberec Region for the 24th annual Scottish Games.

Trade unionists are currently negotiating an increase in the salaries of law enforcement, other security forces, and firefighters with the Interior Ministry. The workers' representatives are calling for a 10% wage increase starting in October...

The name kolach (koláč) originates from the Czech word kolo, meaning "circle" or "wheel" and is a good description of the sweet round pie that comes in all sizes and a variety of delicious fillings. How are they made and why do we love them so...

Nestled in the heart of Vinohrady, Prague, the newly opened May Cafe is making a name for itself as a cozy retreat for coffee enthusiasts and casual sippers alike. Opened by the award-winning Mazelab Roastery in Dejvice, the cafe attracts...

The oppressive late summer heatwave is not the only thing that is making life difficult for some city residents. The West Bohemian city of Plzeň is currently fighting an infestation of bats that swarm to urban areas on warm and humid summer...

This region boasts the natural beauty of the Ore Mountains, the Elbe waterway. The sandstone rocks of Bohemian Switzerland. Check out its sights in our photo gallery.

A team of Czech researchers are set to explore what is probably the largest underground thermal lake in the world. They made the discovery on the border of Albania and Greece already two years ago, but were unable to complete their research due...

Czechia is one of the world's biggest producers, exporters, and consumers of poppies. Poppy seeds are known for their positive health benefits, distinct nutty flavor and in Czechia they are among the most basic and popular ingredients for...

EU citizens staying in the Czech Republic for more than 90 days will have to register with the Ministry of Interior, according to a draft law approved by the Czech government on Wednesday. See more here. Author: Daniela Lazarová