History of the Czech Lands Our section on the History of the Czech Lands covers over 1,200 years, starting with the early Slavic settlement around 6th century AD and ending with Czech Republic’s entry into the European Union.
Nestled in the heart of Europe, Czechia, also known as the Czech Republic, is an oft-overlooked gem. When it comes to tourism, many people don’t venture far beyond Prague, the capital city. While ...
My Czech Republic covers a range of topics from Czech travel and tourist information to Czech cuisine, traditions and culture, language, history, and more. It is run by long-time Prague residents and written by people with a strong personal connection to the Czech Republic.
There is a lot to see and experience in the Czech Republic. Charming towns full of historical treasures, old castles, peaceful mountains, forests, lakes, villages, people, and traditions.
Czech Name Days Discover over 365 Czech names that are part of the Czech calendar! In the Czech Republic, almost every day of the year is someone’s name day (svátek or jmeniny in Czech – the latter is more formal). It is a reason to celebrate, wish the person a Happy Name Day, and buy a small present, such as flowers and a box of chocolates.