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EDITORIAL: general editor: Michael Liška editor: Milada Hrušková translation: Překlady s.r.o.

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The most popular exhibitions, concerts and shows

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Prague´s bests restaurants and cafés Beer Tips

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Place to meet, eat and shop in the centre of Prague The Head of Franz Kafka, a kinetic sculpture by David Černý 20 restaurants and cafés More than 40 stores

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[→]WELCOME TO PRAGUE!

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Welcome to Prague! Whether you‘ve just landed with plane, arrived by train, bus or car, we have very important information about how to get to the city centre using all possible types of transport, without wasting more money than it’s necessary.

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↓1. PRAGUE BY PLANE The airport is located on the northwest edge of Prague, about 20 kilometres (12 miles) from the centre of the metropolis. Your money can be changed in the currency exchange offices or kiosks situated in the airport. Important phone numbers include +420 220 111 888 (General info line - nonstop operation) and +420 220 115 005 (Lost and Found service).

↓ HOW TO GET TO THE CITY CENTER If you‘ve just arrived at the airport, getting to the centre will take about twenty to thirty minutes depending on traffic (if you use a taxi or shuttle service you will find necessary information below).

If you choose cheaper but less convenient public transport you have to expect fifty minutes on the road.

↓...BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION The bus is the cheapest way to get to the city centre. The disadvantage may be that you need to buy a bus ticket paid in Czech crowns or with credit card. To get the cash, you can use ATMs in the arrival halls of the airport. Or you can buy the actual ticket directly in a kiosk or at the information counter in both arrival halls (open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.). Furthermore, in the vending machines, located next to the bus stop, or directly from the bus driver (it will cost you a few crowns more). The ticket price is 32 CZK for a transfer ticket, with which you can freely switch among bus, tram and subway for 90 minutes. On the shorter distance and duration of 30 minutes you can use the ticket for 24 CZK (with this ticket, however, it is not allowed to switch among the types of transport). If you have more luggages, you will pay 16 Czech crowns extra.

BUS # 119 This is the most likely choice for most people because the BUS # 119 provides the fastest connec-

Museum Kampa is a museum of modern art, located in the historical center of Prague. The core collection consists of the art collection of Jan and Meda Mládek, who actively supported Czechoslovak non-conformist artists during their stay in exile in the second half of the 20th century. The permanent exhibition of the Museum is dedicated to the paintings and drawings of František Kupka, one of the pioneers of abstract art at the beginning of the 20th century, and the sculptures of the cubist sculptor Otto Gutfreund.

Museum Kampa also organizes many short-term exhibitions. Until March 10, you can visit the breathtaking exhibition of Michael Rittstein, one of the most important representatives of expressive figure painting. His work is represented, among others, in the Albertina Museum in Vienna, the Centre Pompidou in Paris as well as in most of the Bohemian and Moravian regional galleries. The exhibition named “Preparing for Darkness” by the Berlin curator Uwe Goldenstein, who considers melancholy as one of the main formative tendencies in contemporary painting, will begin on March 23.

František Kupka: Lines, surfaces, space, 1911–1912 photo: O. Palán, Museum Kampa‘s archive

Visit MuseuM KaMpa

Museum Kampa – The Jan and Meda Mládek Foundation U Sovových mlýnů 503/2, 118 00 Prague 1 Opening: Monday–Sunday 10 AM–6 PM

www.museumkampa.cz

facts & info tion to the historic city centre. Depending on the time of day, the bus runs every 7-20 minutes and gets you to subway line A. After boarding remember to „click“ the ticket. Get off at the station Veleslavín (journey from the airport to the subway takes about 15 minutes). Subway entrance is located few steps from the bus stop. The bus runs from 4:23 a.m. until 11:45 p.m. at night.

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BUS # 100 connects the airport with the subway line B, get off at the final stop, which is called Zličín. BUS # 100 runs every 15 minutes throughout the day and every 30 minutes after 7 p.m. The ride takes about 18 minutes, but expect another 20-minute subway ride, if your goal is to get to the city centre (Zličín is the final stop of subway line B). Bus runs 5:41 a.m. to 11:36 p.m. hours.

AIRPORT EXPRESS BUS Airport Express Bus service connects the airport with the Prague‘s Main Railway Station and runs every 30 minutes and the journey takes about 35 minutes. You can use the Prague public transport fares or special fares: Tickets for AE can be bought only from the driver for 60 crowns (no additional charge for luggage). AE runs 5:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

TRAVELLING AT NIGHT If you have to use public transport at night, the best option is the BUS # 510, which runs between midnight and 3:26 a.m. and connects the air-

-port with stop at Divoká Šárka. Afterwards take the TRAM # 51 which will go to the city centre. Night BUS # 510 runs every 30 minutes.

↓...BY TAXI Companies of Taxi Praha and FIX are managing the taxi service from the Václav Havel Airport. Customers can enjoy free Wi-Fi, ensured availability of cars within 5 minutes of interest order in 24 hours a day, maximally 3-years old cars, advanced language skills of drivers, friendly demeanour, maintaining cleanliness and representative wear of vehicle drivers. Labelled taxis are waiting at the Václav Havel airport in two places – at Terminal 1 at the parking lot P1 EXPRESS and at Terminal 2 at the parking lot P2 EXPRESS - departures. Prices are not burdened with airport charges and therefore are considerably lower, while maintaining a high comfort of vehicles.

One-time departure rate is 40 CZK and 1 km will cost 23.90 CZK (order taxi through dispatch call 14 014, +420 222 333 222, 729 331 133).

2. GETTING TO PRAGUE BY TRAIN International trains stop at the central train station - Prague Main Railway Station. The station is directly connected to the subway station (line C), and is just a few steps away from the city centre, from Wenceslas Square. If you drive here after dark, we recommend you to go to Wenceslas Square subway (do not forget to buy a ticket). Most of the station is renovated and offers a modern look with plenty of stalls, shops and fast-food restaurants.

Florenc is the central bus station.

Located in the heart of the city and directly adjacent to the subway station Florenc (it is a transfer station between subway lines B and C). As well as the main train station, Florenc underwent a costly renovation and now boasts with very pleasant and clean halls for arrival and departure, kiosks and fast food restaurants (Burger King, etc.). And most importantly, there are a large digital boards showing departure / arrivals times of buses and associated boarding platform.

accurate and its network covers the whole city. Price 32 CZK for a transfer ticket is very reasonable.

Tickets for public transport can be purchased at many vending machines at all metro stations and many tram stops (paid with coins or with a credit card), or in most tobacco shops / kiosks. You can also use the SMS ticket. Send a message on 902 06 and receive a return SMS with a valid ticket.

24 hours ticket: 120 CZK 3-day ticket (72 hours): 330 CZK

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One-off ticket:

Prague, like most European cities, suffers from very heavy traffic and lack of freely available parking spaces (the street with blue coloured areas are reserved for residents and you risk stripping off your car when you park there).

That is why we recommend the use so-called P + R (Park and Ride) parking lot, located close to all major highways.

More info on www.dpp.cz/en/parking.

30 min. / 5 stops / Non-transfer tickets: 30 CZK 90 min. / Transfer ticket: 40 CZK

5. SUBWAY The Prague subway consists of three lines - A (green), B (yellow) and C (red). Subway in Prague is designed so that it gets you to all historically and logistically important locations (or at least near). Subway is clear and many stations recently underwent large renovations.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT Prague‘s public transport system is generally clear, efficient, time

Do not forget to mark the ticket at the first entrance to the subway / boarding the tram or bus. (Ie. Insert a ticket into one of the yellow boxes and have it printed with date and time)

SMS ticket: Send SMS on number 902 06, which ticket you require: DPT42 - transfer ticket of 90 minutes for 42 CZK DPT31 – non-transferable ticket of 30 minutes for 31 CZK DPT120 – one day transfer ticket for CZK 120 DPT330 – a three-day transfer ticket for 330 CZK More information on Prague‘s public transport can be found at www.dpp.cz or on free infoline + 420 296 191 817.

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For over 1000 years, Prague has served as the political, cultural and economic centre of the Czech state. Having been the seat of two Holy Roman Emperors during the gothic and renaissance periods, it also had the status of the Holy Roman Empire capital. Prague’s history commenced in the year 870, although evidence shows the area had been inhabited since the Stone Age. The city flourished during the 14th century, under the reign of King Charles IV, who, among other deeds, ordered the building of the famous Charles Bridge or Saint Vitus Cathedral, the oldest gothic cathedral in central Europe, and Charles University, the oldest university in central Europe. Prague was then the third-largest city in Europe. Now home to some 1.2 million inhabitants, Prague became the capital of the newly set up Czechoslovakia in 1918, with the end of WW I and the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

In 1992, Prague’s historic center became a UNESCO world heritage site, and is currently one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations.

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The Powder Gate (Prašná brána) is a late-Gothic structure and one of the most important monuments of medieval Prague. It was here that the Royal Route began and where one of the main roads from Kutná Hora, where silver was mined into the royal treasury, led. The Powder Gate was built in place of the older Gate tower, related to the fortification of the Old Town of Prague from the time of Václav II‘s reign. The older tower was known as the Mountain Gate.The Powder Gate was designed largely as a representative symbol as well as a customs collection point. Its construction began in 1475. From about 1715 it served as a firepowder warehouse, hence the name ‚‘Powder‘‘.

During the Prussia siege of Prague in 1757, the tower was considerably destroyed. Today‘s appearance was not acquired by the tower until 18781886 for a fresh look treatment, led by architect Josef Mocker. The draft was the Old Town Bridge Tower.

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It is among Prague´s most artistically important churches, architecturaland its surviving internal mobilizer. Its western front, applying towards the square, is one of Prague‘s most famous dominants.

STAROMĚSTSKÝ ORLOJ PRAGUE 1, STAROMĚTSKÉ NÁMĚSTÍ

The Old Town Square of the Old Town Orloj (Staroměstský orloj) are medieval astronomical clocks located on the south side of the Old Town Hall tower in Prague.

The first written reference to Orloj dates back to 1410.The clock is made up of several parts - apart froman astronomical and calendar plate, it is fitted with the mechanism of twelve apostles, who appear in two small windows every entire hour (9.00 - 11p.m.). In a parade of apostles, another mannequin on the sides of the clock comes alive in mechanical motion - the reaper ringing, turning the hourglass, indicating to thestanding Turk that his time is up.

He‘s shaking his head away. Vanity and Lakomec behave similarly. The sought-after Orloj is part of the historic centre of Prague,belonging to the UNESCO list of cultural monuments.

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Mother of God Church Before Thine (Kostel Matky Boží v před Týnem) is located in the Old Town of Prague, close to Old Town Square. Its construction ran from the mind-14th century to the first decades of the 16th century.

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CHARLES BRIDGE

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Karlův most, Prague 1

The Czech Republic’s capital is full of amazing sights of great value. But Charles Bridge definitely belongs among the TOP 5 most amazing ones. Not only is this medieval building one of the most famous bridges in the world, but it is also inseparably connected to the most glamorous era of Prague and – last but not least – it just might be the most beautiful bridge in Europe. And we are not exaggerating at all. Charles Bridge is 516 meters long, 9.5 meters wide, 13 meters high, and stands on 15 pillars. It’s also the part of the so-called Royal Route.

JEWISH MUSEUM U staré školy 141/1, Josefov, Prague 1 www.jewishmuseum.cz

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The Prague´s Jewish Museum was founded in 1906. It was founded by Dr. Salomon Hugo Lieben, historian, and Dr. August Stein, a representative of the Czech-Jewish movement and later chairman of the Prague Jewish Community.

It was supposed to collect documents on the history, traditions and habits of the Jewish population in Bohemia and Moravia.

The Jewish Museum owns rich collections of silver, textiles and has one of the most extensive Jewish artefacts in the world.

It contains 40 000 artefacts and 100 000 books. It is unique not only for the number of the artefacts, but above all for the fact that they were collected in a single integral territory, i.e. Bohemia and Moravia.

THE NATIONAL MEMORIAL SITE AT VÍTKOV, PRAGUE Národní památník na Vítkově, Prague 3 Phone: +420 224 497 607, www.nm.cz

It is one of the most dominant landmarks of the modern city of Prague and a national cultural monument situated just above steep slopes of the Žižkov hill. An integral part of the Memorial is the largest equestrian sculpture in Central Europe, of Jan Žižka of Trocnov, created by the sculptor Bohumil Kafka. The Memorial was built in 1929-1938 to honour those who participated in the struggle for the establishment of the Czechoslovak Republic (the National Liberation Memorial). During the Nazi of occupation in 1939-1945, it served as a military material warehouse.

It was modified and extended once more after 1945. After 1948, it was misused for the Communist regime propaganda.

Vodičkova 18, Prague 1 Phone.:+420 221 097 111 www.praha1.cz

A small romantic island called Kampa positioned on the Vltava River in the centre of Prague is scenic place offering a walk among small ancient picturesque houses. In fact it is not a natural island as it was separated from the Lesser Town by an artificial mill raceway called Čertovka (Devil´s Creek). The group of houses among which the Čertovka flows is known as the Prague´s Venice. Natural alluvial deposits and made up grounds material, gradually extended the area of the island especially after the great fire of the Lesser Town and the Castle in 1541.

Today, it is a place where the Kampa Museum has its seat. Here, you can see collections of 20th century artworks

THE MUNICIPAL HOUSE nám. Republiky 5, Prague 1 Phone: +420 222 002 101 info@obecnidum.cz www.obecnidum.cz

THE CHURCH OF SAINT NICHOLAS IN PRGUE Malostranské náměstí, Prague 1 Phone: +420 257 534 215 www.stnicholas.cz

The church of Saint Nicholas at the Lesser Town belongs to prominent Europe´s Baroque structures. Sometimes, it is referred to as the most beautiful Czech Baroque building. Its massive dome and slender tower are an inseparable part of the panorama of the Prague Castle. Surprisingly, its belfry tower is not a part of the church.

There is a separate entrance to it. In addition to the church, your climb to the belfry tower that offers a view of the Lesser Town and hosts a new permanent exhibition called “Custos Turris / the Guardian of the City“. The older exhibition is called The Older Tower Keeper’s Apartment.

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13 The Municipal House is a marvellous example of the Prague Art Nouveau architecture. It was designed by Antonín Balšánek and Osvald Polívka on the site of the former King‘s Court. The extensive building houses a concert hall, café and exquisite French restaurant.

You can take part in guided tours of the Municipal House with expert comments. Visitors have a unique opportunity to see various halls and lounges where hundreds of important social and cultural eventS take place every year. The tour also includes the visit of the Smetana Hall, a famous concert hall with the capacity of 1200 seats and an original organ from the culminating phase of the Art Nouveau period.

THE VRTBA GARDEN

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Karmelitská 25, Malá strana Phone: +420 272 088 350-52 zahrada@vrtbovska.cz www.vrtbovska.cz

NOVÝ SVĚT Hradčany, Nový Svět, Prague 1

The Vrtba Garden is one of the Baroque gardens that complete the beauty of Petřín. It consists of terraces at three height levels that are connected by wide staircases. The garden has an area of 0.31 hectares and the highest point is 212 m above sea level. It is one of the most beautiful gardens of this kind north of the Alps. That‘s why it is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is accessible from Karmelitská Street.The fairy-tale environment enchants with beautiful flower beds, antique sculptures, an aviary, fountains, a vantage point and the studio of Mikoláš Aleš. The Vrtba Garden offers a beautiful view of the Prague Castle and the roofs of the houses of Lesser Town (Malá Strana).

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Many people do not have any idea hat almost in the centre of Prague there is a small town with its own poetry and identity. The Nový Svět area is a kind of a small district in the immediate vicinity of the Prague Castle, full of picturesque corners and harmony. Actually, it was a suburb of the Castle Area (Hradčany) that was founded in the mid-14th century along an old road heading the village of Střešovice. In 1360, it became a part of Hradčany by decision of the emperor Charles IV. It was integrated to the designed city fortification system. The origin of this part of Hradčany is not exactly known, but it was probably a forecourt of the Prague Castle positioned on a gradually filled ravine and the Brusnice stream valley.

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Regular concerts in the Spanish Synagogue Vězeňská 1, Praha 1 The most beautiful synagogue in Europe

4 times a week

February-March at 5:30 pm, April-May at 7:00 pm

Programme: Bolero, Carmina Burana, Hallelujah Bernstein, Gershwin, Mozart, Vivaldi W.A.Mozart :Requiem 27.4.2024 at 7:30; Salvator Church

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AN UNFORTUNATE RECORD YEAR ach beginning of a new year holds the promise of great cultural events to come.

And with the advent of streaming services taking over our homes, the possibilities are virtually endless.

However, it is questionable whether we will go to the cinemas for some truly spectacular stuff. At Disney, they have lost nearly a billion on expensive productions (not just Marvel and Indiana Jones flopped, but classic Disney films as well), Warners did the same, and even such stalwarts as Mission: Impossible pulled in the short end of the stick in sales. This year, however, there is little to look forward to, but it seems that the ridiculously expensive productions have gone by the wayside. And that is true not only in the world of film, but also in the world of music and theatre. And maybe that is a good thing. It is not that the attractions are not nice, but the content is what it is all about. And for the one you will find on the following pages, we will gladly put our culture editor’s hand in the fire. th.

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POOR THINGS Drama / Comedy, IE / GB / USA, 2024 Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Stars: Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Willem Dafoe, Ramy Youssef, Christopher Abbott Release date: 25. 1. 2024

From director Yorgos Lanthimos and producer Emma Stone comes the incredible story of the fantastic evolution

of Bella Baxter, a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unconventional scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter. Under Baxter’s protection, Bella yearns for knowledge. Starving for the experience she lacks, she escapes with Duncan Wedderburn, a cunning and debauched lawyer, into a whirlwind of adventure across continents. Defying the prejudices of her time, Bella campaigns for equality and freedom.

Sci-fi / Action, USA, 2024 Director: S.J. Clarkson Stars: Dakota Johnson, Sydney Sweeney, Tahar Rahim, Emma Roberts, Celeste O‘Connor Release date: 14. 2. 2024

Madam Web is a fresh take on an established genre, telling the origin story of one of Marvel’s most enigmatic heroines. The suspenseful thriller sees Dakota Johnson as Cassandra Webb, a Manhattan nurse who discovers that she may be seeing into the future. Faced with the mysteries of the past, Cassandra strikes up a friendship with three young women who face a glorious future, but only if they survive the deadly present. Madame Web is Sony’s next attempt to expand the Spider-Man cinematic universe. Whether it succeeds this time is the question. Comic books are in a steep decline in popularity.

DUNE: PART TWO Action / Drama / Sci-fi, USA, 2024 Director: Denis Villeneuve Stars: Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Zendaya, Javier Bardem, Stellan Skarsgård Release date: 29. 2. 2024

Frank Herbert’s big-screen epic continues in his adaptation of the famous bestseller Dune, with returning and new stars including Oscar-nominated Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson and Javier Bardem. In the second part, Paul Atreides teams up with Chani and Fremeny while embarking

SALVATORE DALÍ GRAPHICS, SCULPTURES www.chodovskatvrz.cz

Galerie Chodovská has prepared an exhibition of prints and sculptures by the important Catalan painter Salvador Dali. Dalí became famous for his surrealist works and was accepted among the Parisian surrealists in 1929 after making the film The Andalusian Dog, on which he collaborated with Luis Buñuel. He later broke with this group because he was considered too commercial an artist. His paintings are based on dream imagery and are characterized by meticulous draughtsmanship and an eye for realistic detail. He drew the ideas for his sculptures from his paintings. It will come as a surprise to many to encounter his sculptural work. Salvador Dalí became a legend during his lifetime. on a warpath of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.

Faced with a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, he tries to prevent a terrible future that only he can foresee.

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MADAME WEB

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GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE

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Thriller / Sci-fi / Action, USA, 2024 Director: Adam Wingard Stars: Dan Stevens, Alex Ferns, Brian Tyree Henry, Rebecca Hall, Rachel House, Fala Chen Release date: 28. 3. 2023

The epic battle continues! Legendary Pictures’ Monsterverse follows up the explosive Godzilla vs. Kong with an all-new adventure that pits the all-powerful Kong and the fearsome Godzilla against a colossal undiscovered threat hidden in our world that threatens their existence – and our own. Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire delves deeper into the history of these titans and their origins, as well as the mysteries of Skull Island and beyond, revealing the mythic battle that helped shape these extraordinary creatures and link them to humanity forever. While comic book universes are slowly declining, monster-filled ones are beginning to gain momentum, and a new entry that reunites Godzilla and Kong proves it.

THE IRON CLAW Drama, GB / USA, 2023 Director: Sean Durkin Stars: Zac Efron, Lily James, Harris Dickinson, Jeremy Allen White, Maura Tierney, Holt McCallany Release date: 7. 3. 2024

Brothers, sons, champs. Kevin, Kerry, David, and Mike Von Erich wrestled not only with their opponents in the ring, but also with a family curse. This emotional story, based on a true story, reveals their sibling love and devotion to family, as well as the harsh grind of a despotic father and trainer all rolled into one.

A DIFFICULT YEAR Comedy, FR, 2023 Director: Olivier Nakache, Eric Toledano Stars: Pio Marmaï, Jonathan Cohen, Noémie Merlant, Mathieu Amalric, Luàna Bajrami Release date: 1. 2. 2024

Two losers, Albert (Pio Marmaï) and Bruno (Jonathan Cohen), have had a tough year in this unfair French comedy. They are in debt up to their ears, they have nowhere to live and their partners have left them. So, for free chips and beer, they quietly join a group of young activists led by a charming girl called Cactus (Noémie Mer-

lant). Between the banners and the smoke from the pipes, the fresh friends find the opportunity for a dirty deal and later the love and energy for new beginnings.

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Drama / Comedy, JP DEU, 2023 Director: Wim Wenders Stars: Kódži Jakušo, Min Tanaka, Tokio Emoto, Arisa Nakano, Aoi Jamada, Jumi Asó Release date: 28. 3. 2024

O2 arena, Prague 9 Date: 27. 10. 2023

Hirajama works as a toilet cleaner in Tokyo. He lives happily in his carefully constructed routine and spends his free time reading books, listening to old rock tapes or taking pictures with his analogue camera. He is disturbed from the harmony of his life by a series of unexpected encounters that gradually reveal pieces of his past. Renowned director Wim Wenders (Wings of Desire) makes a triumphant return with a poetic film about the search for beauty in seemingly small things. The lead actor Kodi Yakusho was awarded Best Actor at the Cannes Film Festival.

KUNG FU PANDA 4 Comedy / Action, USA, 2024 Director: Mike Mitchell Stars: Seth Rogen, James Hong, Angelina Jolie, Jackie Chan, Lucy Liu, Jack Black Release date: 7. 3. 2024

After three thrilling adventures in which he defeated world-class villains with his unrivalled courage and mad fighting skills, Po is called upon by fate to... give it a rest. More accurately, he is tasked to become the spiritual leader of the Valley of Peace and leave the fighting to others.

But as it turns out, it will not be just that.

After concerts in stadiums and arenas in Europe, Mexico, Canada and the USA, the legendary Depeche Mode are heading to the O2 Arena in Prague. This will give even more fans the unique opportunity to experience the raw, emotional power of the Memento Mori Tour, which Rolling Stone magazine called “a stunning celebration of life and music.” With over two million tickets sold, the Memento Mori Tour is on track to become one of Depeche Mode’s biggest tours to date and one of the biggest worldwide tours of 2023/2024 with an incredible 110 shows.

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BRUTALISMUS 3000

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Forum Karlín, Prague 8 Date: 3. 2. 2024

From the Berlin club scene to Prague.

Brutalismus 3000 is a post techno punk duo from Berlin with Slovakian-Greek roots. It was formed in 2020 after Theo Zeitner and Victoria Vassiliki Daldas met at Tinder. Immediately a unique connection was formed between them and the uniqueness of their sets, heavily influenced by the great Berlin club scene, soon attracted attention and propelled them into the international field.

The duo found inspiration in the genres of gabber, hardstyle, punk and wave.

DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS Comedy / Action / Thriller, USA, 2024 Director: Ethan Coen Stars: Margaret Qualley, Geraldine Viswanathan, Beanie Feldstein, Matt Damon, Pedro Pascal Release date: 21. 3. 2024

Jamie (Margaret Qualley) regrets her break-up, while Marian (Geraldine Viswanathan) needs a break. In search of a fresh start, they embark on an unexpected trip to Florida, but things quickly go awry when their path crosses paths with a group of inept criminals. The film is directed by the iconic Ethan Coen, writer of the The Big Lebowski and Fargo.

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GALAXIE BAREV www.galaxiebarev.cz

A Galaxy of Colours was created in the Westfield Chodov Shopping Centre in Prague. The entertainment zone, which looks like an endless universe full of light effects, will offer visitors the largest robotic show of its kind in the world or zones with interactive art that they can try out. These installations stimulate the imagination of young and old alike and actively engage the audience in the mysteries of interactive art. In total, there are 600

square metres of mirrors and 250 million pixels. The interactivity of the entire exhibition is what will thrill not only big visitors, but especially small ones.

to the present day and the involvement of our soldiers in foreign operations.

Opening hours: Tue. – Sun., 9.00 – 18.00 Address: U Památníku 2, Prague 3 Entrance is free

MILITARY HISTORICAL

INSTITUTE PRAGUE ARMY MUSEUM ŽIŽKOV

The newly reconstructed museum offers visitors a look into the history of the military in the Czech Republic from the earliest times to the present day. More than seven thousand collection items are housed in exceptional exhibition spaces. The exhibits are complemented by dioramas, audiovisual elements and QR codes. For the youngest visitors, the museum offers quizzes, cut-out games and haptic objects. The first part of the exhibition is dedicated to the historical period up to 1740. The next exhibition presents the historical period from 1740 to 1914. In the exhibition of the First World War 1914 - 1918, the connecting motif is a train that imaginatively takes the visitor to the trenches. The next part of the exhibition focuses on the period 1918 to 1938, starting with the return of Czechoslovak legionaries to Czechoslovakia, continuing with the formation of the Czechoslovak Legion. The final section is devoted to the political situation in the 1930s. The extensive exhibition 1938 - 1948 covers the period after Munich, the Second World War and the post-war period. There are unique objects on display, such as Otakar Jaroš‘s pistols or the personal belongings of paratroopers. Another part of the exhibition deals with the events after 1948, when Czechoslovakia found itself behind the Iron Curtain. The final part is devoted to the period from November 1989

In the National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrichiad you have a unique opportunity to see the crypt of the Church of St. Cyril and Methodius, where seven paratroopers hid for 21 nights after the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich. The attack, codenamed Anhtropoid, was successfully carried out by Jan Kubiš and Josef Gabčík on 27 May 1942. The crypt has been preserved in almost identical condition as it was occupied by the paratroopers and where they fought their last battle against the hundredfold German superiority on 18 June 1942. In the memorial, you can see an exhibition that traces the development from the Munich Agreement to the establishment of the Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia and Reinhard Heydrich‘s rise to power, to the preparations and execution of the assassination, to the fight in the church and the crypt. Attention is also paid to the Sokol resistance fighters and members of the Orthodox Church and to the many people who actively helped the paratroopers and without whose help the paratroopers could not have done without.

The exhibition is in Czech and English and is complemented not only by unique collection items, but also by period audio-visuals.

Open all year: Tue. – Sun. 9.00 - 17.00 Address: Resslova 9a, Prague 2 Entrance is free

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lthough you won’t find any Hollywood movie stars in the Czech streets, many of them were filming here. So you can make a picture of Czech sites that adorn a lot of famous Hollywood movies.

by bad guys in Thun Street in Lesser Town (Malá Strana), Hopkins’ agent went to helim him through Castle stairs (Zámecké schody). Together they went to the Castle Square. They also used the Shooter’s Island (Střelecký ostrov) in the Old Town (the scene with atomic bomb dealer).

We have to Start with the blockbuster Mission: Impossible from 1996 with Tom Cruise in the lead role. It was the first major Hollywood production that visited Prague and the filmmakers had used a number of gorgeous Prague scenes. The party at the embassy was filmed at the National Museum, the escape from modern glass restaurant (cover photo) on the Old Town Square. In this case, however, keep in mind that the restaurant itself doesn’t exist – it was made just for the purpose of filming the movie.

Even the legendary vampire slayer Blade used the streets of Prague in his second adventure movie. From the entrance next to the pizzeria in the Sokolovská Street, the filmmakers made a vampire blood bank. And for the seat of vampire family Damaskinos they used secluded place of Vaníčkova Street.

After 15 years the production of Mission: Impossible returned to Prague, this with the fourth chapter – Ghost Protocol.

They used the Main Railway Station (the opening scene with killed agent) or the corner house in the street Pštrossova 17, where Ethan Hunt ran from the police.

In 2002 Anthony Hopkins and Chris Rock visited Prague together to shoot an action thriller Bad Company. Rock was chased

Prague had a key role in the action movie of Vin Diesel xXx filmed in 2002. Beginning of the movie was shot on the Old Town Square (the producers managed to depopulate it, which was almost an im

In 2004 our country was visited by Wolverine – Hugh Jackman, in those times without his comic book claws, but with his long coat and hat as Van Helsing. The battle in the village with three brides of Dracula (probably the best part of the movie) was filmed at the Kunratice Castle in Prague 4. Then the hero walks the street Na Kampě under the Charles Bridge, where one of the brides offers him a trade. The magnificent ball of vampires was filmed in the Saint Nicholas Church.

And then of course there‘s the recently filmed The Gray Man with the Chris Evans/Ryan Gosling duo, when the fil-

mmakers literally destroyed Prague during the filming. For the explosive collision with the tram, head to Náměstí Republiky Square, as for the big shootout at the fountain, it took place on Palacký náměstí Square (you won‘t find the fountain there, however, the filmmakers built it specifically for the filming).

This list of Hollywood hits, which included Prague to its scenes, naturally doesn’t end. Furthermore, there were shot movies like The Bourne Identity (street Kampa, street of Political prisoners, the Senovážná square) or A Knight’s Tale (Prague Castle, the Charles Bridge). Before the walk in our metropolis we recommend to watch all of these mentioned movies. th.

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possible task), then the camera wandered the Týnská Street, the Powder Gate, the Republic Square and the seat of the Czech philharmonic – Rudolfinum.

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KURÁŽ shopping and beauty

Veletržní 333/48, Prague 7 Phone: +420 607 773 350 www.kuraz.cz

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even out of ten European online customers buy goods in e-shops outside their home country, 57 percent even outside Europe.

The reason is mainly better prices, wider offer or cheaper transport. Increasingly, they also make decisions based on how they can return goods if they do not like or fit the size.

Of course, this does not mean that customers give up on domestic production. After all, with that, all the shops could close. But the foundation is clear - you need to be assertive and be able to offer something unique to your customers that they can‘t buy elsewhere.

And we have prepared such tips for you on the following pages. We chose carefully and promise that in each of the presented establishments you can get something that they would not offer anywhere else. We wish you good hunting! ml.

“Kuráž” is not just an online shop offering original jewellery, clothing, natural cosmetics or decorations by Czech and Slovak designers. In Veletržní street in Prague 7, you can also find a brick-and-mortar shop where you can physically look at and try them on. Give your birthday gifts to newlyweds, parents, partners, friends, children or just make yourself happy. There is something for everyone.

PERNÍČKŮV SEN Haštalská 757/21, Prague 1 Phone: +420 607 773 350 www.pernickuvsen.cz

We are a small Prague gingerbread shop.

We have a pure gingerbread or decorated, filled with plum or appricot jam, with chocolate, wallnuts or poppy seeds. We also bake delicious buns, cakes, carrot cake or poured gingerbread with coconut and many other treats. We offer products from small Czech manufacturers. For example Frolik‘s coffee, Vladimir‘s syrups, mead and honey from the Bohemian Paradise and gifts from czech artists. So in our shop you can buy something to eat and a gifts for your loved ones.We look forward to you.

DEELIVE DESIGN STORE

HUGO CHODÍ BOS

Smetanovo nábřeží 334/4, Prague 1 Phone: +420 222 263 526 www.deelive.cz

Vodičkova 35, Prague 1 Phone: +420 775 407 298 www.hugochodibos.cz

You will find the Deelive design store in the SmetanaQ building in the very heart of Prague. On an area of almost 200 square meters, you will find a wide range of design products. Starting from home accessories, interior decorations, glass and porcelain to women‘s and men‘s fashion, jewellery, accessories, handbags or backpacks.

In the Hugo Chodí Bos toy shop, you will find a large selection of antique and modern toys - beautiful design toys that are fun, colourful, beautiful and educational. It’s important to note that all of the items sold in this fabulous toy store are made in the Czech Republic, so what you’re buying are exclusively top-quality local goods.

PALLADIUM SHOPPING MALL

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hanks to its history and the sensitive combination of historic buildings with modern architecture, the Palladium creates a unique atmosphere that has made it an attractive destination for visitors from home and abroad, and makes shopping a real experience. The popularity of Palladium Shopping Centre has been confirmed by the public and the expert jury by awarding the prestigious Superbrands award for 2023 and now for 2024 for the best brands in that year.

The history of the site on which Palladium now stands dates back to the 12th century, the Romanesque period, when the first stone buildings were built here. The site has an important place in the history of the Czech Republic. In 1834, while serving in the army, Josef Kajetán Tyl composed the Czech national anthem here.

Visitors will be attracted by the new design of the entrance from the Republic

Square, where the doorway has been enlivened by a distinctive design element – a light installation from the North Bohemian company Preciosa. It is an installation consisting of more than 500 glass tubes that welcomes customers with a unique light show. The second light installation, at the subway entrance, is made up of 700 crystal tubes.

However, Palladium is primarily the largest shopping centre in the very heart of Prague, offering almost 200 shops, services, restaurants and cafés. In addition to big brands such as Marks & Spencer, H&M, C&A, Sportisimo, Datart, the newly renovated Albert supermarket and Starbucks café, flagship brands such as Under Armour, Apple Premium Partner, customers can also choose from smaller shops offering clothing, accessories, jewellery, electronics, games, homeware, sweets and more. The second floor of the centre is dedicated to gastronomy. Customers can choose from classic restaurants (Indian, Thai, Chinese, Czech or Neapolitan pizzeria) to

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fast food restaurants and specialties such as freshly prepared waffles, trdelnik or fruit juices and ice creams. Some of the recently opened shops in Palladium include DELMART supermarket, fashion brands Kara, Eden Park, Celio, Hugo, SAM 73, s.Oliver or Rossopomodoro, China Town with Running Sushi or Hummus &Grill on the floor +2 “Tasty Garden”.

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náměstí Republiky 1, Prague 1 Shopping: 9:00–21:00 Infokiosek: 9:00–21:00 Infokiosek – gift voucher sale: 10:00–20.00 Tajemná Indonésie: 12:00-19:00 Parking: nonstop, 700 parking places (current parking availability can be monitored at www.palladiumpraha.cz) /PalladiumPraha.cz /palladiumpraha Phone.: +420 225 770 25 infokiosek@palladiumpraha.cz www.palladiumpraha.cz

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“MYSTERIOUS INDONESIA” If customers are tired and want to take a break from shopping and sightseeing, they can visit the unique exhibition “Mysterious Indonesia” on the +2 floor, next to the fitness centre, from 12:00 to 19:00 daily. The exhibition was created thanks to the adventurous journeys of Czech travellers to the forgotten corners of the planet. You can discover the secrets of New Guinea, Indonesia, the Pacific and the Solomon Islands. The exhibition is not just photographs from the journeys, but visitors will find unique huge ritual bisj totems, shields, initiation masks, spears, bows and arrows, stone ritual axes and bone knives, headdresses and ornaments. There are also indigenous hut buildings, mummies and an indigenous boat. The exhibition also includes a film screening. The exhibition presents historical materials of the greatest aces of travel, such as Jiří Hanzelka, Miroslav Zikmund and Miloslav Stingl. It also brings together the extensive work of Rudolf Švaříček, who has focused on unknown ethnicities and adventurous exploits in the interior of the island.

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MAXIMUM UNDERGROUND

SOMS THAI STUDIO

Jilská 22, Prague 1 Phone: +420 724 307 198 www.maximum.cz

Moravská 20, Prague 2 Phone: +420 222 516 403 www.soms-thai.cz

Maximum Underground, a CD and vinyl shop, is located in the center of Prague in a cobbled passage leading to Jilská Street. At Maximum Underground you will find the best selection of alternative music and other genres on CD, LP, MC and DVD. You can choose from a wide range of experimental music, blues, soul, hardcore, indie, punk, reggae/dub, rockabilly, ska and more.

Smaller massage studio with a family atmosphere offers a perfect experience of certificated Thai masseuses (of course native Thai women) who have rich experience not only in Thailand but also from the Czech Republic. They offer traditional Thai massage, reflexology foot massage, Thai or peeling oil massage and many others. Till the 31st of December 2014 are some types of massages discounted.

OLD TOYS

MANUFAKTURA

Žerotínova 66, Prague 3 Phone: +420 737 454 075 www.oldtoys.cz

Melantrichova 17, Prague 1 Phone: +420 221 632 480 www.manufaktura.cz

The Old Toys e-shop specializes in antique toys, knick-knacks, baubles, trinkets, and more, especially for collectors and those looking for retro or antique toys in Prague. The selection of old toys includes table games, dolls, teddy bears, model cars, metal toys, children‘s books and more, while the selection of new toys includes the „retro“ Igračeks (the Czech version of Playmobiles), dolls, baby coaches, and much more.

Established in 1991 Manufaktura, a popular gift shop chain selling a variety of handmade Czech goods, is a 100% Czech company, and is famous for selling traditional handmade wooden toys and folk art plus a wide variety of natural cosmetics and soaps inspired by balneology and made from natural Czech ingredients such as Czech beer, Moravian wine, Carlsbad (Karlovy Vary) thermal salts, Dead Sea salt, curative herbs, and more.

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Exchange office The exchange office not far from Wenceslas Square offers fair exchange rates with no commission. We are the oldest Western Union agent in the Czech Republic.

We offer cash money transfers of Western Union to all over the world. Cash transfers to bank accounts in selected countries are also available.

Jindřišská 897/13, Praha 1 +420 224 229 524

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tions), competitions for valuable prizes throughout the year and other unique experiences. “This year we are again planning a number of exciting workshops as well as the popular Westfield Days. Then at Christmas we will be offering a free gift-wrapping service. Last year we wrapped more than 16,000 Christmas packages in this way,” says Kateřina Kleslová.

Last but not least, Club members can take advantage of the opportunity to shop with stylists or the new sustainable shopping offer with fashion coach Kamila Vodochodská.

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ew loyalty program of the Westfield Chodov Shopping Centre offers free tickets to previews of movies and many other benefits!

Starting in February 2024, Westfield Club members can look forward to another great new feature: a monthly contest to win tickets to previews of select movies. “We have an entire cinema room set aside for club members to attend previews of movies from Film Europe. The programme includes Four Little Adults, Driving Mom, The Old Oak and many more,” says Kateřina Kleslová, marketing manager at Westfield Chodov, adding: “You can find out how to get tickets on our website under the Westfield Club tab.”

But regular movie previews are far from the only attraction awaiting Westfield Club members this year. The mobile app opens the door to year-round discounts and exclusive offers from selected partners. They can also enjoy free Wi-Fi, a coat check and extended free parking for up to 5 hours within the Westfield Chodov Shopping Centre. Club members can also enjoy invitations to unique events (such as VIP parties and exhibi-

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KUBISTA

SHAKESPEARE AND SONS

Ovocný trh 19, Prague 1 Phone: +420 224 236 378 www.kubista.cz

U Lužického semináře 10, Prague 1 Phone: +420 380 711 203 www.shakes.cz

This shop is not only wonderful in the fact that it is located in one of the most famous Cubist structures in the world, but also because the shop offers unique Czech Cubist and Art Deco meticulously restored originals and replicas of furniture, décor, ceramics, and jewelry. Kubista was opened in 2002 and has quickly become popular with local and international clients alike.

Situated in picturesque Mala Strana, Shakespeare and Sons, best English bookstores in Prague, has a very good selection of English books of all genres. A small section in the back of the store hosts a variety of very inexpensive classics. Located in a whimsical building, also boasts a historic cellar reading room with gorgeous Charles Bridge views where you can chill out with your favorite book and a cup of coffee.

BAKESHOP

BOHEMIAN RETRO

Kozí 1, Prague 1 Phone: +420 222 316 823 www.bakeshop.cz

Chvalova 8, Prague 3 Phone: +420 607 914 992 www.bohemianretro.com

This establishment is located in the heart of Old Town just steps away from Old Town Square. It has become a household name in the area for its baked goods. Everything in the shop is made from scratch and 100% fresh as goods are baked daily. The diverse selection of goods is quite extensive ranging from bread to loaf cakes, savory pies, canapes, and even wedding cakes. Bakeshop has a small yet comfortable seating area.

Bohemian Retro is the best place to find retro fashion in the capital city of Prague. The colorful store offers a wonderful collection of retro sunglasses, leather and fabric bags from briefcases to hand-beaded clutches, womenswear, menswear, vintage buttons, a rainbow array of plastic and glass beaded necklaces, and much, much more. Store also features collectibles from Czechoslovakia, perfect for decorating your old Bohemian flat.

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1) PRAGUERS ARE ALWAYS IN A BAD MOOD

4. THEY MUST ALWAYS PLAN SOMETHING

When there is someone with a grumpy expression that points out that he would like to kill you, don‘t take it personally. Prague residents are always in a hurry and still seem to be in a bad mood. In short, it works like that here.

But otherwise they are fine!

You will probably feel like lazy, because the Praguers have - it seems - planned perhaps every minute of the day. And this also applies to weekends. It can only be Monday morning and the right Praguer already knows what he will do on the weekend.

2) THEY DON‘T WAIT FOR THE GREEN LIGHT You can also recognize true Praguers by ignoring the traffic lights. In short, he is looking for every possible space that will be offered to him on the road, and when he sees the opportunity, he immediately crosses the street. Red, green, it doesn‘t matter.

5. THEY ARE OBSESSED WITH CARS Although Prague has one of the best transport links in Europe, if we talk about public transport (train, metro, tram, bus), Prague citizens are still obsessed with driving everywhere. And even though they have to wait in the traffic jams for an hour.

3) THEY DRINK BEER, A LOT OF BEER

6. THEY DON‘T SEEM, BUT THEY HELP

The Czech Republic is well known for its excellent beer, and the Czechs have certainly never concealed themselves by being able to „send a few pieces“ to themselves. But if you with such a Praguer for a beer, don‘t be fooled. “Going out for one beer” is really just a phrase. Every Czech drinks an average of 142 liters of beer per year, while during an average session, the trained Pragueer handles some 8 pieces and is not even out of his breath.

Praguers are vigilant because someone keeps putting them something on the street or wants money from them. And this is really annoying them. Therefore, when you stop them, they immediately go into defense mode and can look very dull. Don‘t let this scare you. As soon as he realizes that you just want some advice, they change completely and almost leads you to the place. They don‘t seem that, but they‘re sweeties!

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THE MUSEUM OF SENSES Jindřišská 20, Prague 1 Phone: +420 608 213 info.cz@museumofsenses.com www.muzeumsmyslu.cz

Muzeum smyslů (The Museum of Senses) is home to an experience that will awaken your senses and inspire you to discover more and, therefore, to feel more. Live an unimaginable experience in a world of sensations and mind-blowing optical illusions and test your senses at an extraordinary museum. A place as fun as it is educational, as amazing as it is enigmatic, and as crazy as it is rational. Fun for the whole family.

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Valdštejnská 150/4, Prague 1 Phone: +420 723 960 308 kouzlostarychcasu@gmail.com www.kouzlostarychcasu.com

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BOTANICAL GARDEN Trojská 800/196, Prague 7 www.botanicka.cz/en

The Botanical Garden Prague is a place for the whole family. The Outdoor Expositions are the ideal place to relax and recharge your batteries among 15,000 species of trees and flowers. The meditative Japanese Garden will enchant you with the blossoms of rhododendrons and tender Japanese cherries. Explore the exotic gems of tropical rainforests in the Fata Morgana Greenhouse.

A unique private collection of Victorian and Edwardian clothes, accessories and curiosities, from the 1850’s to the 1920’s.

Visitors can admire part of an extensive collection of historical attires, accouterments and novelties of the higher social classes, which documents the extraordinary craftsmanship of the previous generations.The unique collection, which has been collected spanning several decades, includes several hundred pieces of complete garments, clothes, textiles, as well as silver accessories from the Victorian and Edwardian periods, taken from all over the world. Part of this collection consists of Czech and German porcelain manufacturers leading up to 1930.

FAMILY RESTAURANT SINCE 1993 NON-STOP

THE ONLY ONE IN CZECH REPUBLIC OPEN FOR YOU 24/7 AS WELL DELIVERY ALL DAY ALL NIGHT PIZZERIA RISTORANTE ROMA UNO

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the pub is designed in the style of an old-fashioned loft, which evokes the environment of an Irish or British pub.

It offers various types of food, most of them made from our own resources and our kitchen. They have 8 high-definition televisions for watching sports. Popular sports are always broadcast live.

Chorvatská 17, Prague 2

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he rising prices of all food do not make anyone happy, but if anything has been and will continue to be true, it is that we are always happy to pay extra for good food. So do not stay at home when you can go out for something good. You will make yourself happy and you will have one less drink this time. It is worth the money. ŠPEjLE The concept of restaurant Špejle (wooden skewer) is based on the popular open sandwiches as a quick and high-quality meal that is suitable at any time of the day or night. Dumplings with cabbage and pork as an open sandwich?

Yes. But also with goat cheese, prosciutto, pesto, beetroot, cold, salty and sweet! The menu changes according to the season and time of day, so breakfast, lunch and dinner, but always on a wooden skewer. The menu is divided into three sections: cold, hot and sweet.

Jindřišská 16, Prague 1 PUBBLE The friendly Pubble is located at Chorvatská Steet 17, in the immediate vicinity of the tram stop Perunova at Korunní Street in Prague. The interior of

HOLEŠOVICKÁ KOZLOVNA At Dělnická Street, you can come to Kozlovna in Holešovice for lunch and dinner.

The restaurant offers Czech classics in a modern concept. In Kozlovna you can choose from four main dishes priced from CZK 119 to 145. The daily menu includes soup for CZK 30.

Dělnická 1501, Prague 7 JÁMA STEAKHOUSE Jáma (The Pit) offers soups for 39 crowns, as well as Dutch steak with buttery mashed potatoes for 129 crowns and mainly burgers with steak fries, the price of which is around 159 crowns.

Ostrovní 26, Prague 1 CAFE DE PARIS This intimate family-run establishment for lovers of romance is located on Velkopřevorské Square in the Lesser Town. It is a traditional Parisian brasserie, which in the style of the French capital offers seating in front of the restaurant and in the courtyard during the warm months.

Cafe de Paris offers a modest menu in which quality prevails over quantity. The menu includes meats, vegetarian pork, salads, appetizers, a tasty French onion dish, a cheese plate or risotto.

Velkopřevorské náměstí 4, Prague 1 PASTA LOVE This family-run bistro makes fresh homemade pasta for you every morning.

Meals are cooked by an Italian chef using classic recipes. You can eat them on the spot, take them to go in a box, or you can just buy the fresh pasta and ingredients packaged by itself and cook the meal yourself at home.

Koněvova 1905/167, Prague 3

THE PUB Veleslavínova 3, Prague 1 Phone: +420 222 312 296 /thepubpraha1, /thepubprague www.thepub.cz

The PUB has everything needed for a relaxing evening - modern facilities, fully stocked bar, delicious food and excellent service. But there is one essential detail, which will make the party better with an amazing experience, and which no other beer restaurants can offer - you can tap the beer by yourself in the each PUB! Tables have their own beer taps

with Pilsner Urquell. Each tap is equipped with a touch screen that shows you the beer consumption, allows you to call the staff, order food and much more.

Malostranské náměstí 35/21, Prague 1 Phone: +420 257 409 104 /malostranskabeseda www.malostranska-beseda.cz

TŘI GRÁCIE Novotného lávka 200/3, Prague 1 Phone: +420 778 961 971 /restauracetrigracie www.trigracie.cz

In the very heart of Prague at the Vltava River embankment, the newly opened Bar - Restaurant Tři Grácie awaits you in all its glory. It will offer you everything starting from small treats, lunches, to romantic candlelit dinners with good Moravian wine, all in the style of modern, yet classic Czech cuisine. Come and enjoy the kind arms, unique atmosphere and breath taking views.

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Pub Malostranské besedy is situated in thei second part of the basement, which is accessible via a separate staircase from the entrance hall of the building. Style, equipment and coziness reminds traditional pub of Malá Strana (Lesser Side), which have been in Prague since ancient times. They serves particularly fast meals and small snacks to beer.

Beer brands are represented by Pilsner Urquell and Kozel. It is a Czech pub as it should be - with great beer, good Czech food and pleasant service, where you will leave a good tip. It won‘t hurt you because the prices are set very rationally.

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ring it to the table, let the Truth be revealed! Take a trip back to a time when portions were fairer, ducks meatier, and beer more drinkable. With today’s tip, you will visit the unique and historic U Pravdů restaurant, where beer has been on tap since 1888.

You can visit this Czech delicacy while strolling through Prague. Just choose the silver tourist trail, whose signs are stamped in the curbs and will reliably lead you to Žitná Street. As an attraction beyond the tourist guide, you can take a photo at the house where the world-famous composer Antonín Dvořák lived, as this house is also in Žitná Street di-

rectly opposite the U Pravdů restaurant.

The total capacity of the restaurant is 68 seats and it is divided into 3 parts. Main hall, bar and lounge, with a capacity of 42, 8 and 18 guests. On rainy summer days the garden in the courtyard of the house is open with a capacity of about 50 seats.

The history of the U Pravdů restaurant dates back to 1888, when Mr. František Pravda asked for permission to build a gazebo in which he would brew beer according to the law of the brewery. References to the house in which the restaurant is located date back to the 14th century, when the house was successively called U Lajblů, U Chlupů, U Tikánů or Kalivodský. During the Renaissance, it was beautifully decorated, and its

brewery façade with a gable attic was an ornament of Žitná Street.

And what delicacies does this Old Bohemian restaurant offer, among others? Delicious roast pork ribs, roast duck, rabbit on spinach and bacon, pork, dumplings, very, goulash or meat skewer. That is just a modest list of what you will be licking your lips for at the U Pravdů restaurant.

And believe me, this is no tourist trap.

Even the biggest Czech patriots will be thrilled to try the local cuisine.

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In the U Pravdů restaurant you will agree with those who enjoy that beautiful time of stylish lamps, carved chairs, old bicycles, black and white photos and traditional Czech cuisine, which was best served by the mothers of Czech grandmothers. The current interior, which has been used since the turn of the millennium, is similar to the original look of the time. Most of the restaurant’s accessories are original or historical. The restaurant serves Pilsner, Polička, semi-dark Ferdinand and unfiltered Unětice. The interior will delight lovers of the First Republic, in whose style it is decorated. Lots of small details and details will make a proper feast a real experience for all senses.

And we have to mention the helpful service that will advise you. After all, Czech cuisine is quite specific, so do not be afraid to have anything recommended. Personally, we would bet that whatever you choose, you will not regret it, but you cannot give anything for asking.

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So, if you intend to visit an honest old Bohemian restaurant while wandering around Prague, you will not go wrong at the U Pravdů restaurant. Whether we are talking about food, drink or the overall concept, everything here is exactly as it should be. The place is in a great location, you will feel the atmosphere of a traditional Czech restaurant in the best possible sense of the word and you will be delighted by its offer. This is what a proper cultural and gastronomic experience should look like. th.

U PRAVDŮ Žitná 1701/15, Prague 1 Phone: +420 222 233 915 restaurace@upravdu.com /Restaurace U Pravdů www.upravdu.com

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ISTANBUL KEBAB

Škroupovo náměstí­, Prague 3 Phone: +420 222 727 072 www.usadu.cz

Krakovská 593/19, Prague 1 Phone: +420 777 917 380 ww.istanbulkebab.cz

Žizkov pub with a unique collection of antiques offers a non-smoking section, cellar seating, table football, jukebox, TV sport matches, wi-fi and at least 10 kinds of beer on tap including its own wheat unfiltered beer Sádek 11°. This pub is appreciated by late diners - from Tuesday to Saturday the kitchen works until 4AM! The menu is made up of Czech and international cuisine, including vegetarian dishes or breakfast and lunch menu.

They will let you in even with a dog and as a souvenir you can get a beer gift basket.

The first kebab in Prague! Are you longing for Turkish food? Visit Istanbul Kebab. We recommend trying the Turkish pizza and you will be surprised with its form. Vegetarians will be able to choose meals too. As mentioned at the beginning, Istanbul Kebab belongs to the fast food category so the opportunity to take away your food is natural thing.

However when you have time you can find seating there and you can taste the traditional Turkish tea along.

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VOJANŮV DVŮR

Husova 10, Prague 1 Phone: +420 601 588 281 www.u3r.cz

U Lužického semináře 21, Prague 1 Phone: +420 601 233 233 www.vojanuvdvur.cz

If you walk in Husová Street in the city center, you clearly need to hop “on the one” (or maybe even more) into a microbrewery U tří růží. This stylish non-smoking restaurant focuses on traditional recipes of Czech and Moravian cuisine. High quality beer is provided by an experienced brewmaster Robert Maňák, winner of many prestigious awards. Beer in the brewery at U tří růží is brewed using modern technologies, from high-quality raw materials and with the highest standards.

The brewery and restaurant Vojanův dvůr is located in the Lesser Town, in the historical premises of the original 13thcentury bishopric court. In July 2018, the brewery was inaugurated so that Vojanův dvůr became the first mini-brewery in Malá Strana. Chef Jaroslav Šimáček prepares delicacies of traditional Czech and Moravian cuisine in a modern concept.

The restaurant with a capacity of up to 300 seats offers plenty of space both inside and outside the spacious summer garden.

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Prague 1

Prague 6

KFC Blaník, Václavské nám. 56 KFC Kaprova 14 KFC Národní 25 KFC Palladium, Náměstí republiky

KFC Dejvice, Vítězné nám. 1 KFC Evropská DT, Etiopská 686/3 KFC Airport, Letiště Václava Havla, Aviatická 1017/2 KFC OC Šestka, Fajtlova 1090/1 KFC Karlovarská DT, Karlovarská 1711/99a

Prague 2 KFC IPP, Jugoslávská 8

Prague 7 KFC Centrum Stromovka, Veletržní 24

Prague 3 KFC OC Flora, Vinohradská ul. 151

Prague 4 KFC Budějovická, Olbrachtova 1929/62 KFC OC Chodov, Roztylská 2321/19 KFC Arkády Pankrác, Na Pankráci 86 KFC Prague Gate DT, Türkova 5 KFC Kačerov DT, Ke Garážím 1557/4 KFC OC Novo Plaza, Novodvorská 1800

Prague 5 KFC Anděl, Plzeňská 2 KFC OC Nový Smíchov, Plzeňská 8 KFC Metropole Zličín, Řevnická 121/1 KFC Strakonická DT, Strakonická 64 KFC Globus DT, Sárská 124 KFC Bucharova DT, Bucharova 2991/16a KFC OC Lužiny, Archeologická 2256/1

Prague 8 KFC Centrum Krakov, Lodžská 850/6 KFC OD Ládví, Střelničná 1660

Prague 9 KFC OC Letňany, Veselská 663 KFC Centrum Černý Most, Chlumecká 765/6 KFC Černý Most DT, Chlumecká 2461 KFC OC Harfa, Českomoravská 2420/15a KFC NC Fénix, Freyova 945/35 KFC Čakovice DT, Kostelecká

Prague 10 KFC Europark Štěrboholy, Nákupní ul. 3 KFC Štěrboholská DT, Jižní spojka 1619 KFC NC Eden, U Slavie 1527/3

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NA TÝ LOUCE ZELENÝ

restaurants/cafés

Zelená louka 451/1, Prague 4 Phone: +420 241 771 820 /Na Tý Louce Zelený www.natyloucezeleny.cz

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Na tý louce zelený is located in a very quiet and beautiful setting right on the edge of Kunratice forest. In this enterprise, you can enjoy Czech, fast and venison cuisine, the restaurant is divided into three parts - one with a capacity of 30 seats is smoking, hall with a capacity of 80 seats is non-smoking and open terrace, which over the winter becomes a winter garden with 40 seats.

The large garden offers a self-service kiosk with a playground and a mini-zoo with dwarf goats and sheep that can be fed by the kids. On hot days in Prague, you will not find better seating near the beautiful Czech countryside.

U RUDOLFINA Křížovnická 10, Prague 1 Phone: +420 222 328 758 /urudolfina www.urudolfina.cz

V CÍPU Michalská 25, Prague 1 Phone: +420 775 007 107 www.vcipu.cz

The classic Old Bohemian pub V Cípu is just a few steps from Nascences Square and inside you can find a rustic, bright interior, good beer and food. The menu is a good combination of beer, pork and chicken snacks and local specialties. V Cípu is not just a place for pleasant dining and a tasty meal or to just hand out with friends, but also an ideal place for corporate events, family celebrations.

You‘re in Prague for the first time and don‘t know where you and your friends can enjoy a professionally shot beer? Then hurrah to Rudolfino‘s popular brewery, which not only offers a pleasant setting , but especially serves the very perfect Pilsen beer. At Rudolfino‘s it has a great taste of golden mocha with an honest foam vintage so you certainly don‘t fall short of visiting here. The dining menu awaits you with both classics of Czech cuisine (ancient Czech roast duck, sirloin,on cream, fried “syrecky”) and various kinds of meats (pork, beef, poultry, chicken) and something lighter (Ceasar‘s salad, roasted goat cheese).We recommend going on an excellent lunch menu.

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BE SILLY PRAGUE

Nádražní 88, Prague 5 Phone: +420 606 880 885 /u_vahy_hostinec www.hostinecuvahy.cz

Korunní 1251/48, Prague 2 Phone: +420 774 804 343 /Be Silly Prague www.besillyprague.cz

The First Republic inn U Váhy has been owned by the Pases family since 1917.

The current owners want to fulfill the vision of their ancestors and follow the family tradition. On the menu you will find classic Czech dishes according to traditional recipes brought to today’s times by Magdalena Dobromila Rettigová. Served on period crockery. Saturday and Sunday open by arrangement for celebrations and other group events.

The new Be Silly Prague restaurant opened in Prague’s Vinohrady district, offering a great combination of an original Belgian beer bar and a street food bistro. If you like beer, you will have a choice of 16 varieties from the Silly brewery. You can also have authentic Belgian fries with your beer or enjoy other street food from their menu. If you are a sports fan, you can watch the broadcasts on the screen.

AT THE DEER RESTAURANT,

a symbol of freshness.

The smell of the forest wafts through the whole place and the dishes tell a story.

TIP: Eggs Benedict with St. James shells.

A brunch menu is served from 7:00 to 15:00. Eggs Benedict in four varieties.

Michalská 19, Praha 1 deerprague.com

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BAR-B-Q

restaurants/cafés

Komořanská, Prague 12 Phone: +420 606 025 509 /barbqrestaurace www.bejkbuu.cz

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Meat lovers and barbecue lovers listen up! Bar-B-Q is a new restaurant in Modřany, located in the LTC Modřany tennis complex. In addition to the indoor space, it will also offer two outdoor gardens where barbecues will be held during the summer months. On tap here you will find Pilsner Urquell, Brewers‘ Choice, Birell - pomelo & grapefruit and exclusively Czech and Moravian wines. The restaurant focuses on the barbecue concept with an emphasis on ingredients and their preparation. They offer breakfast, lunch and dinner, including a lunch menu prepared with meats that they butcher themselves in their own butcher shop.

BEERCHECKPOINT U PŘÍVOZU Roztocká 45/37, Prague-Suchdol-Sedlec Phone: +420 775 045 037 /beercheckpoint.cz

KAMIN Kozácká 6, Prague 10 Phone: +420 739 486 818 /restaurace_kamin www.kamin.rest

A new family restaurant KAMIN opened in Vršovice, offering a menu inspired by the Beskydy Mountains: „We are two brothers from the same dough, but with a completely different view of the world. We combined our love of music and passion for food, which gave birth to KAMIN.“ The chef behind the kitchen is Jan Macháč, who literally loves the craft of cooking and wants to present his region, Beskydy Forever, to everyone in Prague. The business can be found at Kozácká 6 in Prague 10. It offers several types of menu: lunch, rest in food and street food. So whoever is tempted by the tastes and smells of Beskydy and wants to get a whiff of some local customs and traditions, try KAMIN. Where else can you get a smoked grandpa‘s knuckle or carrots with cow‘s cheese.

The company offers a great range of drinks, which consists of beers from the Karlovy Vary brewery Pod Pralesem for lovers of this craft and wine for those who prefer wine. For drivers, children and teetotalers they have prepared homemade lemonade full of vitamins. As for the food, BeerCheckpoint has fantastic sandwiches, spreads and light salads. For those who like to enjoy cheese, charcuterie and olives, there‘s also a menu for you. If you‘re looking for a place where you can enjoy a great atmosphere and tasty food and drink, be sure to try this new addition.

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Every day we cook for you fragrant honest food from fresh ingredients. We serve you steaks, wings, ribs or Czech specialties. We combine tradition and modern trends. At Kandelábr in Prague‘s Vyšehrad, we believe that Czech gastronomy has a firm place on earth. Come and taste our great food and experience an unforgettable atmosphere.

RESTAURANT KANDELÁBR

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Štětkova 1638/18, Prague 4 Phone: +420 730 517 477 www.restaurantkandelabr.cz

Use the code to get a free Welcome drink: BEDEKER

The Vyšehrad restaurant Kandelábr is located within walking distance of the Prague Congress Centre. We are sure that good beer belongs to Czech gastronomy. That is why we have been serving Pilsner Urquell in our restaurant according to the traditional recipe since 1842.

CAFÉ & BISTRO SPEEDY Sudoměřská 1919/9, Prague 3 Phone: +420 723 002 638 /bistro.speedy www.speedy-bistro.webnode.cz

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LEAF Dubečská 1039/8, Prague 10 Phone: +420 608 160 670 /leaf.rest www.r-leaf.cz

Chef Barbora Šimůnková and sommelier Michal Bílek have teamed up to create a culinary experience that follows the path of nature‘s diversity. With its carefully selected wines, both Czech and European, Leaf elevates ingredients standing on the margins to the center of attention.

Beets. Potatoes. Leaf. Artfully prepared and served, with a glass of wine by candlelight. The daily menu evolves with nature, in line with Czech cuisine and inspired by world gastronomy.

The bistro has only been open for a while, but it has already earned some nice reviews. From some of them you can even understand the origin of the name of the bistro. „Absolutely luxurious yummies.

Everything I‘ve had so far has been delicious, from the main dishes to the desserts. The attentive service and Speedy the dog are just a super bonus.“ What do you think, is it worth a try?

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e are a sensitively and stylishly renovated legendary jazz club in the centre of Prague.

Our history dates back to the beginning of the last century and we believe that if you enter the U Staré Paní club now you will immediately be transported to New Orleans in the 1920s and experience the true atmosphere of the first jazz clubs ever.

Usually at 20:00 the music program starts, which is mostly free admission, see the current program on our website for information. The programme is varied and full of jazz music performed by the best jazzmen from Prague, but we also give space to alternative scene, young artists or funk bands.

Every Tuesday we have swing dancing in our club, either with a live band or with DJs. When you turn right on arrival you will see an impressive and very well stocked bar. We focus on quality alcohol, offering a wide range of domestic and international spirits, and we try to keep up with current trends, so you will find new gins, whiskies and rums. We take special care in the preparation of our cocktail menu, offering a separate menu with Gin tonics or a large selection of rum or whisky tastings.

Among Czech brands, you will find almost the complete portfolio of the Žufánek distillery; in addition to spirits, we also offer absinthe and gin from this producer. There is also Czech beer on tap directly from Prague from the thriving Vinohrady brewery. Even such classics as Becherovka are not to be missed, but we recommend trying it as the main ingredient of the excellent Bohemian Gimlet cocktail. Wine connoisseurs will enjoy the selection of French wines from the north and south of the country.

And if you get hungry, do not worry, we will have delicacies to complement your evening with us. You can look forward to our gin-marinated olives or our delicious homemade mango chutney served with grilled sausages. This and much more will be on offer from Tuesday to Saturday from 18:00 until, at least, midnight.

Shh, those in a hurry can enjoy happy hours from 18:00 to 20:00 to sample our signature drinks.

JAZZ&COCKTAIL CLUB U STARÉ PANÍ Michalská 441/9, Prague 1 Phone: +420 775 172 857 /U Staré Paní Jazz&Cocktail Club /clubustarepani www.ustarepani.club

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JAZZ&COCKTAIL CLUB U STARÉ PANÍ

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BASIC CZECH PHRASES THAT COULD

(AND WILL) COME IN HANDY

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hen you go to a foreign country, you automatically rely on the English language.

And it usually works, at least in big cities. Still, it’s good to know at least some basic phrases in the language of the country you’re going to.

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It has its charm when one is in a foreign country and knows at least some of the basics. The following phrases will certainly come in handy, whether you are communicating or perhaps looking at various signs.

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Hello. / Thank You. Dobrý den. / Děkuji.

Goodbye.

Nashledanou.

Máte jídelní lístek v angličtině?

Do you have vegetarian food?

Máte vegetariánské jídlo?

Bon appetit!

Dobrou chuť!

Where‘s the toilet, please?

Kde je prosím záchod?

It‘s too expensive.

To je moc drahé.

Do you have anything cheaper?

Nemáte něco levnějšího?

I‘m sorry, I don‘t understand.

Promiňte, nerozumím.

I don‘t speak Czech.

Nemluvím česky.

Where is the hotel (name of hotel)?

Kde je hotel (název hotelu)?

Excuse me.

Promiňte.

Where is the square/embassy/train station/hospital/airport/police station?

Kde je náměstí/ambasáda/nádraží/nemocnie/letiště/policejní stanice?

Nice to m eet you.

Těší mě, že Vás poznávám

I‘m injured, I need a doctor.

Jsem zraněný, potřebuji doktora.

Do you take cards? Cash only.

Berete karty? / Pouze hotovost.

Call the police/emergency.

Zavolejte policii / pohotovost.

Where‘s the ATM? Kde je bankomat?

Can you translate that for me, please?

Můžete mi to prosím přeložit?

One beer, please.

Jedno pivo, prosím.

Please speak slower.

Prosím, mluvte pomaleji.

A glass of wine/coffee/bill, please.

Skleničku vína/kávu/účet, prosím.

I‘d like to sign out.

Rád bych se odhlásil.

How much does it cost?

Kolik to stojí?

Can you call me a taxi, please?

Můžete mi prosím zavolat taxi?

Menu, please.

Jídelní lístek, prosím.

Finally, some phone numbers: if you need to call the police, dial 158. The emergency number is 155 and the fire brigade number is 150.

Do you have the menu in English?

SHUFFLEBOARD PING PONG & COCTAILS Jiráskovo náměstí 4, Praha 2 +420 733 461 444 www.crewbarprague.com

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HARLEY‘S BAR

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place where nothing is forbidden and where even the biggest lambs become nocturnal animals. If Mirek Dušín were to enter this establishment, he would become a rock star. You want to experience a really wild party that you cannot get home from until dawn? Harley’s Bar will not disappoint.

Welcome to one of the most exciting clubs in Prague. And this is no newcomer. Harley’s Bar in Dlouhá Street is now a legend, and its patrons cannot get enough of it.

They have good reason to keep coming back. Actually, they have several reasons.

Reason number one: You love rock and independence. Both of which are reflected in the atmosphere of the place

in the best possible way. If you have a problem with one or the other, move on down the block. This place would make you feel like Alice in Wonderland after you have ingested the sponges.

The second reason: the drink menu is really great. The cocktails are the backbone of the place and it is no problem to agree with the bartender on almost anything if he has on hand. A bonus is the excellent prices for a similar location.

And the third reason? Absolutely luxurious location! Harley’s Bar is just a few steps away from the Old Town Square. In practice, this means that it does not matter what time your excursion to this “Hell on Earth” (pun intended) ends. You will always be close to the various modes of public transport and the swarm of taxi drivers that regularly circle the club until the morning.

You will have an assault on your senses during the evening. And not only with great music and other visitors (there’s a lot to see), but also thanks to the bartenders who do not like to bore their customers and therefore regularly organize spectacular fire shows. And it does not stop there. If the ladies take a liking to the bartender, he might just put Jack in your mouth from a bottle right on the bar. And do not worry, gentlemen, it is not just for the fairer sex. Harley’s has its fair share of feisty female bartenders.

So, what do you mean by Harley’s Bar? Well, it is a place where no one is bored, where you will easily kick back one drink after another, where you can dance on the table on weekends and weekdays, and where the bartenders party with you. It is a club that brings out a whole other side of people. It is a place to party or have a birthday party. Why? Because they will be as wild as the place itself – the bartenders will chain you up, tie you to the wall, pour ice in your pants, spray you with whipped cream, in short, they will prove to you that they enjoy their work and you will have fun with them.

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But enough of the introductory talk – it is So, if you prefer a rock blast to pop potime to describe the space itself so you know made and you are sick of all those glitzy what is actually waiting for you at Harley’s. venues with shamrocks in tight pants and girls looking like plastic mannequiYou will want to tune in as soon as you ns, head to Harley’s Bar, which will offer enter. That is because there is no charge you the atmosphere of a proper American to get into the club. It may seem like a rock venue. The attentive service, with trivial triviality, but many clubs today the added bonus of a midnight fire show, benefit from mandatory entry fees. After special drinks, music all night that will get you drop your stuff off in the cloakroom, everyone rocking, and an atmosphere you your excursion through the entire venue will not forget. Just a party that will get can begin, which is accessed via the stairs you in the mood for the next day. downstairs. Harley’s Bar is located in the basement of the building and is shaped like a long noodle. At first glance it does not appear to, but it can hold an unexpected amount of people. The place itself has two bars (a large and a small one), a dance floor, normal tables and a few circular seats. It is a good idea to arrive early if you want to sit down. Harley’s has no shortage of visitors. But it honestly does not matter what time you arrive. You will not want to sit down anyway.

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HARLY‘S BAR Dlouhá 704, Prague 1 - Staré Město Phone: +420 602 419 111 /Harlys Bar www.harlys.cz

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SINFUL NIGHT LIFE OF

PRAGUE CITY

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hy will be deluding ourselves.

Every good capital, whose streets pulsate with life, must have beside restaurants, bars, cafes and shopping centers also (as the novelists say) the houses of love. And even Prague is no exception. But before we go into its streets, let’s make a small historic revision.

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It is no longer the rule that these places are for desperate individuals. Time progressed. When was the phenomenon of night clubs orprostitution itself actually born? Well, not for anything they say that it’s the oldest profession of the world. It is probable that prostitution has evolved from religious belief and rituals which were held to celebrate the goddess of fertility in the Middle-Age. In the 19th century it was strongly developed and reached all segments of society from politics to high art (for

example Vincent Van Gogh lived for years with a Flemish prostitute).

We know that it’s not easy to find the right company in which you can feel natural and comfortable. Indeed, there are lots of them and if you had to visit them all, it would cost you the whole wealth.

For this reason, we are showing few short “best of ” tips in the following pages. We guarantee that you definitely won’t be bored. The ride full of excitement and beautiful women is awaiting! ml.

DIAMOND MASSAGE Vršovická 1462/66, Prague 10 Phone: +420 774 588 008 www.diamondmassage.cz

Are you looking for a place to relax, recharge your batteries and delight all your senses? This is exactly the place where the modern style furnished Diamond salon provides the best erotic massages in Prague. We are an exclusive and completely discreet oasis of pleasure, where your well-being will be taken care of by professional masseuses who will create for you an unforgettable experience of erotic massage.

We provide the highest level of service.

The feeling of exclusivity and luxury will

be breathing on you from everything you experience in the Diamond salon. From the interior design, equipment of individual rooms, to the quality of erotic massage means. But the most valuable asset of the Diamond salon are our masseuses.

We are sure that Diamond erotic massages will meet all your expectations and you will come back to us repeatedly.

NIGHT CLUB 161 Sokolovská 163, Prague 8 Phone: + 420 284 810 262 www.club161.cz

If you are looking for luxury and discreet nightclub near the city center, the Night Club 161 is what you are looking for. There are fourteen hot beauties (always Czech girls) waiting everyday and not afraid of fulfilling your every desire. Then, of course, discreet fun until early hours, a well stocked air-conditioned bar, 3x Jacuzzi, four cozy rooms, private secure parking and demanding V.I.P. apartment.

Of course there is an escort service.

NEON CLUB – NIGHT CLUB Balbínova 21, Prague 2 Phone: +420 733 121 022 info@neonclub.cz, www.neonclub.cz

Neon Club is located in the street Balbínova 21, near Václavské náměstí. You will be pleased that there is no admission charge.

The company is among other things, very comfortably furnished and you will meet 20 beautiful girls every night. The local prices are funny but true and even the escort service is probably the cheapest in Prague.

You can visit the Neon Club just for a drink and have fun with nice girls. Free Entry, 30 girls per day, Beer 99, Whiskey 125 Kč.

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