Prague City Tourism Get To Know: Prague’s waterside delights is here to help you! Anyone visiting Prague in the summer can take a break from their tours of the main tour- information about Prague • maps and information brochures for free • tickets for cultural and sport events • city tours • ist attractions not just with some refreshing accommodation • public transportation tickets • souvenirs from relaxation by the Vltava river, but with all sorts Prague • guide services Prague’s of other activities closely linked to our main watercourse. You can try a whole host of rec- Tourist information centres can be found in downtown reational and exciting water-sports, take a boat Prague and at the international airport: trip to the ZOO or just hang out with your family Old Town Hall on the romantic embankments and the Vltava q Old Town Square 1, Prague 1 r daily 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Cubist river islands. In short, the banks of Prague’s Prague:Guides&Tours r daily 9 a.m.–7 p.m. backbone river are like a magnet for all water Na Můstku lovers. All the interest is well met with due q Rytířská 12, Prague 1 r daily 9 a.m.–7 p.m. tourist and leisure facilities. Read on to find Václav Havel Airport Prague Architecture q Terminal 1 (arrival hall) r current information at w prague.eu some of the things we’d recommend. q Terminal 2 (arrival hall) r current information at w prague.eu Take a stroll Get to know Prague in a whole new way In addition to a modern playground complex divided into age Whether you’re looking forward to a stroll through the historical Is Like No Other Strolling along the river downtown is an experience in itself groups, its great attraction is to watch large steamers sailing and it’s not easy to choose which of the Vltava riverbanks is centre, getting to know one of Prague's districts in more detail, from the adjacent river lock, best viewed from the arched bridge. more attractive to visit. From the left bank you can admire the or exploring mysterious or picturesque corners, you can always Worth noting is that the island is one of the first places in Prague majestic Rudolfinum, Národní divadlo (The National Theatre), turn to Prague City Tourism for a licensed professional guide. to offer attractions fit for handicapped children to enjoy. For the youngest tour participants, we’ve put together interac­ ‘Vyšehrad’ Castle or Anežský klášter (St Agnes Convent); from tive routes to learn more about the legends and ghosts of old in the World the right bank you can enjoy the view of ‘Hradčany’ Prague Just a few dozen yards from Shooters Island and majestically Prague, explore house signs, or discover the animal inhabitants Castle, Malá Strana (Lesser Town) or Petřínské sady (Petřín looked upon by the National Theatre, the Vltava River bathes of the Lesser Town. Gardens park). If you care to spice up your walk with a more the banks of Slovanský ostrov (Slavonic Island). Its centrepiece lively programme or some offbeat eating, try one of Prague’s is palác Žofín (the Žofín Palace), a neo-Renaissance building Take a look at the private guided walks that we offer at waterfronts. The Vltava riversides become quite the hub of built in the 1930s, named after the Austrian Archduchess Žofie, w f prague.eu/guides or contact us at [email protected], summer cultural events, leisure activities, farmers’ markets or mother of Emperor Franz Joseph I. and we will plan a fully customized walk for you. food festivals. As a hot novelty there are the local renovated Now with a 20% discount on all tours booked by December 2020! dungeons, which are hollowed out premises in the embank­

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Like other similar locations, Slavonic Island is a popular des­ of these ‘hobbit-hole’ dungeons have opened on Rašínovo Kovařovic Villa tination for family outings and recreational treats. Among the Inspiration nábřeží (Rašín embankment) and across the water on Hořejší

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More than a century has passed since a handful nova Streets. One structure that is impossible to overlook is the Grand Café Orient, which happens alternative modes of transport. If you should be unlucky and one hosts a branch of Městská knihovna (Municipal Library) Events the triplex house on Rašínovo Embankment, built according to to be the only Cubist café in the world. find yourself at the back of a queue, you can head to another of daring architects designed several notewor- and the rest are cafés. Since the end of May, the theatre ‘Loď a design by Josef Chochol. Particularly striking is its central Here you'll immediately find yourself pedalo rental on Smetanovo nábřeží (Smetana embankment).

Tajemství’ (Ship of Secrets), the original floating stage of the thy structures in Prague. With their unconven- section, completed by a polygonal gable and highlighted by immersed in the environment enjoyed by If you feel the ‘need for speed’ of a motorboat, or fancy a cruise

Forman brothers, is anchored at Rašín embankment. For more tional appearance – sometimes to the point of a dominant bay window above the main entrance. An excep­ the crème de la crème of Prague society raft with a barbecue, visit the branch office of this company, information, visit the w prazskenaplavky.cz website. summer bizarre – they win the admiration of not only tional example of a purely architectural form of Cubism is the shortly before World War I. headquartered on the Smíchov bank on Strakonická street near nearby Kovařovic Villa (q Libušina 3), which is the work of the the Lihovar bus stop. the art world but also the members of the gen- The second Cubist jewel situated in the same architect’s studio. This multi-level house with a white central part of the Czech metropolis To the islands eral public who travel to see them year after lime plaster façade and polygonal central section (known as is the Diamant House on the corner of year. Their architectural style, built on a perfect an “avant­corps”) elegantly extending into a small garden is The islands along the Vltava greatly complement Prague’s Sightseeing cruises Spálená and Lazarská Streets in New enhanced by the original design of the gable walls constructed overall composition, being at the same time tourist­friendly, and playful combination of prisms, cubes, and Town, designed by Emil Králíček. Two Romantic sightseeing cruises are inherently part of the colour­ of diagonal surfaces. The garden fencing, which uses additional lively areas, cultural, sports and relaxation zones, and blossom­ pyramid shapes, was revolutionary right from monumental corner oriels dominate the ful mix of most major European cities. Prague has no shortage Cubist elements, complements the aesthetic impression of this ing into a kind of open­air community scene in the summer. the start with regard to the way space was con- magnificent building, and its segmented in that regard. The views you get from the deck are truly mag­ free­standing villa. Among the most popular is Kampa, between the Vltava river façade is overflowing with impressive nificent; unforgettable vistas of the historic heart of the city ceived, as it was possible to look at the individ- and its millstream arm, the Čertovka. Overall, it is one of the The third – and, according to experts, the best – of Chochol’s details – portals, cornices, sculptures, and its wider surroundings. Particularly popular are late after­ ual parts of the structures from multiple angles most picturesque places in the metropolis and ranks among realised projects is the five-storey rental building on the corner and other ornaments. noon and evening cruises; romantic couples will definitely enjoy the most impressive urban islands in Europe. This comes down at once. Although Cubism represents only one of Neklanova and Přemyslova Streets. It’s known as the Hodek a sightseeing cruise in a Venetian gondola or the historical Old Town Hall fully to not just its attractive location on the Lesser Quarter shore­ Building after the name of its builder, František Hodek. Here, saloon boat of the ‘Prague Venice’ company Pražské Benátky. short episode in the history of architecture, line, but also to the quaint, almost fairytale atmosphere that Chochol took advantage of the sloping terrain as well as the fact Small Cubist Gems There are guided cruises on the Vltava with live music and here in the Czech environment (and particularly seems to emanate from every wall of its ancient houses, mills operational from July that the two streets meet at a sharp angle at this location, which dining on offer from Prague Boats and Parníky Praha. If you’d in the capital city), it holds a prominent position. Emil Králíček also designed several and palaces. The south lawns are widely used for cultural and intensifies the building’s overall composition. The main façade care to venture further out to explore the city’s wider surround­ Discover the beauty of the most famous town hall in Prague, additional noteworthy objects, includ­ social events of all kinds, for picnics or just relaxing. No art There is no other country in the world where is once again composed of diagonal surfaces, and a slim corner ings you can board the historical paddle steamers or modern now again in the usual opening hours and standard operation. ing the unique Cubist lamp installed lover would pass up the highly regarded Museum Kampa, in the Cubist architecture became popular to the same pillar supports the prismatic ornamentation between the win­ air-conditioned boats of the Prague Steamboat Company, A nice bonus is a 50% discount on admission between 9 a.m. on Jungmann Square in New Town. former Sovovy mlýny (Sova’s Mills) (with a collection of works dows and the crown moulding with inset enclosed balconies. Pražská paroplavební společnost, for a cruise to e.g. Prague and 10 a.m. (daily except Monday). The tower, with a viewing extent that it did in our country. Together with the neighbouring Gothic by the pioneer of abstract art, František Kupka and more); or the Another building framed by a beautiful Cubist crown moulding zoo, Slapy dam or the Vltava-Elbe confluence city of Mělník platform accessible by lift, is open as usual; the chapel and gate of the Church of Our Lady of the much­lauded Werichova vila (Werich Villa) with its fascinating

was the, at first glance inconspicuous, rental building with a flat A Rondocubist pearl – Adria Palace downstream. ceremonial halls are open for self­guided tours (with a printed It seems like a paradox of time that a style so admired today Snows, they create a magical, mysteri­ exhibition on the life and work of this star of stage and film. q guide). The historical tower is disabled­accessible all the way to was not enthusiastically accepted at the time of its origin. façade located at Neklanova 2. ous, almost fairytale nook. The cande­ Bolzanova and Opletalova Streets, which is an absolute rarity. When taking a stroll, why not head to Střelecký ostrov (Shooters the very top – something completely unique in Prague. Guided Most contemporary experts were very critical, describing it as labra is of artificial stone and consists of a series of stacked Hardly any passer­by knows that they are walking past a unique Island), just like those ‘in the know’. This quiet location in the Žluté lázně area tours of the chapel, ceremonial halls and Roman­Gothic under­ too chaotic, outlandish, and impractical. The older generation, truncated pyramid shapes decorated with simple sculpted preserved wood tobacco and newspaper stand dating back to Black Madonna and Diamant heart of the city, shaded from direct sun by ancient trees, is ground are available without prior booking. And one last hot tip who had grown up in the era of Historicism and Art Nouveau, ornaments. Králíček’s other key works include the Bethlehem the First Czechoslovak Republic. Today, the structure houses a There is one sports and recreation site – Žluté lázně in Podolí perceived Cubism (from the Latin cubus – cube) as a barbaric known for its relaxed atmosphere and unconventional views of – deaf visitors can now take advantage of a video guide in sign Nonetheless, the most iconic and, at the same time, the oldest Chapel in Žižkov (q Prokopova Street 10, Prague 3 – Žižkov), currency exchange office. – that merits a separate section when it comes to describing Prague. In the southern part of the island you’ll find an archi­ experiment. At the same time, their successors rejected it as example of Czech Cubism was built in the very centre of Prague, which today serves as a place of worship for the Evangelical Prague’s aquatic antics. It offers rental kayaks, canoes, paddle­ language, available by scanning a QR code on signs posted in tecturally notable restaurant building and publicly accessible being an undesirable deviation from pragmatic Modernism. near Old Town Square at the point where Celetná and Ovocný Church of Czech Brethren. The unassuming building, hidden in boards and megaboards, pedalos and motor boats, as well as the town hall interior. sports facilities. The northern half serves as a public park with Nonetheless, a small group of pioneering artists (the best Trh Streets meet. The House at the Black Madonna was built the middle of a block of rental buildings, combines elements Cubist Continuation many ‘landlubber’ activities. Your little ones can have fun in the several playgrounds. From time to time there are festivals, con­ known of whom include Josef Gočár, Emil Králíček, Pavel Janák, in 1912 according to a design by the architect Josef Gočár on of Cubism with late Art Nouveau. Knowledgeable visitors will complex of kiddie pools and paddling pools. All this with a rich On the ground floor of the Town Hall, you'll find a Tourist Like other styles, Cubism also had its specific development. certs or open­air festivals. and Josef Chochol) did not give up – within a short time, they undoubtedly be captivated by its typical simple elegance. choice of local eateries. Information Centre and contact point for Guide&Tours. Our the site of a demolished Baroque building from which the new Although its bold start was soon interrupted by World War I, the proposed and designed several unique buildings, which con­ Incidentally, this is one of only two Cubist churches in the world; guides are fully available to you, currently with a 20% discount. structure took its name – and the original Baroque sculpture of 1920s saw the arrival of architects promoting its more decora­ Since its overhaul two years ago, the Dětský ostrov over on the tinue to adorn the streets of Prague to this day. the second one is in the Central Bohemian town of Pečky. p You’ll find more tips, detailed information, opening times, A private tour around Prague can be ordered on site, by phone a black Madonna and Child was installed at the first storey level tive branch – Rondocubism (sometimes referred to as Czech left bank by Smíchov has found renewed popularity with (as behind a golden grille. Although a wave of opposition arose its Kids’ Island name suggests) younger visitors in particular. contacts, and more on the w prague.eu website. or online A list of Cubist highlights would be incomplete without the Art Deco). More perceptive visitors to Prague have the opportu­ against the construction of what was then a modern structure Cubist Island peripheral wall and impressively conceived main gate to the nity to see three important structures built in this specific style. in the very heart of the city, Prague’s City Hall ultimately – after w eshop.prague.eu/tours cemetery in Prague 8 – Ďáblice, at the northernmost perimeter The first is the former Legiobank Building, which is now a part The majority of Cubist residences found their place in Prague’s some recommended modifications – accepted Gočár’s design. z 775 855 037 of the capital city. Then there is the Rondocubist Kiosk in the of the Archa Palace (q Na Poříčí 24, Prague 1 – New Town). Vyšehrad neighbourhood (Prague 2), specifically along the And this was a good decision. The building “fitted in" the his­ r Vrchlický Garden, near the main railway station on the corner of The idealised way in which rounded and prismatic elements are 9 a.m.–10 p.m. (daily, Mondays from 11 a.m.) banks of the Vltava River and in the nearby Libušina and Nekla­ toric street architecture better than ever expected, and today 9 a.m.–10 a.m. 50% discount on admission interconnected can also be seen on the façades of the Adria With Prague City Tourism maps it is a mandatory stop for all tour q (daily except Monday) Palace ( on the corner of Národní třída and Jungmannova and guides, you’ll feel right at guides and their clients as they Street, Prague 1 – New Town) and the Radiopalác Building make their way along the so­called w (q Vinohradská 40, Prague 2 – Vinohrady). Cubism is not an home in Prague. prague.eu/oldtownhall Royal Route. extinct style but continues to be a living inspiration even today, Pick up these and other titles free of charge at one of As far as architecture enthusiasts as can be seen in the design of the Keystone Office Building our tourist information centres, where we’ll also be are concerned, this particular completed in 2012 (q on the corner of Pobřežní and Šaldova happy to assist. Streets, Prague 8 – Karlín). Although this gigantic glass “crys­ building has one other undeniable Old Town Hall tal” is shamelessly embedded amid the surrounding older bonus – it is currently the only q structures and offers a sharp contrast to its neighbours, it fits Old Town Square No. 1, Prague 1 Cubist structure whose interior r daily 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. is accessible to the public. And in well with the overall urbanist concept. It introduces a pleas­ Na Můstku it needs to be said that it is not ing, refreshing architectural element in this part of the Czech q just any interior. The Museum capital. The Keystone also had its vocal opponents, but the Rytířská No. 12, Prague 1 r daily 9 a.m. - 7 p.m of Decorative Arts occupies two modern and artistically tasteful design ultimately received a floors, presenting a cross-section green light. If you think you have already heard a similar story, Discover the magic of Prague’s neighbourhoods with of Czech Cubism centred on fur­ simply recall the analogical rigmarole that Josef Gočár had to our professional guides! Book your private tour via w eshop.prague.eu. niture and applied arts design pri­ endure in connection with “his” House at the Black Madonna marily from 1911 to 1914, but also exactly 100 years ago…. extending into the early 1920s. p You can find more information about the significant Cubist Prague.eu The ground floor houses a gallery structures to be found in Prague on the w prague.eu website. shop with the apt name of Kubista.

On the first floor, you can relax in © Prague City Tourism, Arbesovo nám. 70/4, 150 00 Praha 5, CZ Part of the Cubist exhibition in the House at the Black Madonna; Photo: The Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague The Cubist lamp is an architectural rarity Žluté lázně editorial closing date: 10 June, 2020; content subject to change; not for sale

8x2xDL Leto v Praze_UK_FINAL 792x420.indd 1 22.6.20 13:09 Cosmos Discovery torical and contemporary photographs and, last but not least, the festival week full of cultural and social events is to promote g to 30 Aug q Prague Exhibition Grounds, preserved documents on papyrus. The animal mummies are a tolerant civil society and point out discrimination against sex­ Prague 7 – Holešovice w cosmosdiscovery.cz undoubtedly a great attraction. ual minorities. The project was created in collaboration with NASA and rep­ Sport Calendar Lucerna Music Bar Open Air resents significant milestones in man's journey into space. Visitors can see, for example, the original Saturn V and Apollo g July–August q Prague Exhibition Grounds, 11 rocket jets, parts of space shuttles, space stations and other Prague 7 – Holešovice w musicbar.cz spacecraft. The installation also includes the latest research, in Lucerna Music Bar is swapping its traditional club environment Prague Grand Prix of Events which national space agencies are collaborating with the most for sunshine and the breeze in their hair. The open­air concert g 23–26 July q Racecourse Prague – Velká Chuchle, advanced private companies to achieve a common goal – the complex was built in the natural part of the Exhibition Grounds. Radotínská 69, Prague 5 – Velká Chuchle w velka-chuchle.cz colonization of the Moon and the subsequent manned flight to It includes a chill­out zone and a wide selection of food and This year's showjumping season at Chuchle Arena Prague will We’ve put together a selection of the most interesting events that will take place in Prague from the Mars. drinks so, in addition to great concerts, you can enjoy a relaxed culminate with the prestigious Grand Prix of Prague, included in beginning of July to mid-September 2020. Hundreds of others are listed on our website w prague.eu, summer atmosphere in the fresh air. Upcoming shows include the Czech Jumping Cup. Come and cheer on talented riders and Lovelies from the Files. Sudek and Sculpture Tomáš Klus, MIG 21, Monkey Business, and Skyline. their amazing animal partners. where you will also find more detailed information about programs, tickets, etc. The calendar of cultural g to 27 Sep q Prague City Gallery – House of Photography, events may undergo small changes throughout the summer due to generally known circumstances. Revoluční 5, Prague 1 – New Town w ghmp.cz VyšeHrátky g q Be sure to check the websites of individual events for the most up-to-date information. Josef Sudek (1896–1976) devoted a significant part of his pro­ 31 Aug–11 Sep Vyšehrad, V Pevnosti, Prague 2 – Vyšehrad fessional career to photographing artworks – paintings, sculp­ w vysehratky.cz tures, prints, architecture, applied arts, but also exhibitions and The festival for children and adults alike offers plenty of activ­ artists' studios. The rediscovery of this extensive, yet almost ities during the weekend program, from theatre performances unknown, part of his work is the result of a five-year research to an interactive theatrical battle to an outdoor cinema. project of the Institute of Art History CAS. The exhibition VyšeHrátky tries to connect play and art with all-round educa­ focuses mainly on sculptures – Sudek’s favourite subject. Models of boats carrying the deceased, Egypt, Middle Kingdom; Photo: National Museum tion – to cultivate the public, not just superficially entertain. Kurt Gebauer Czech National Uprising Sculpture Line 2020 g to 10 Jan, 2021 q National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair g to 30 Sep q National Museum – Historical Building, g to 30 Sep q Prague – various venues w sculptureline.cz Palace, Dukelských hrdinů 47, Prague 7 – Holešovice Wenceslas Square 68, Prague 1 – New Town w nm.cz The open­air sculpture festival will once again present sculp­ w ngprague.cz This year we commemorate the 75th anniversary of the end tures and art objects by leading Czech and international artists. This retrospective exhibition is the most comprehensive to date, of World War II, of which the Czech National Uprising was an The intention of the project is to specialize and enrich the public offering insight into sixty years of the work of Kurt Gebauer important part. The exhibition focuses on the events of May space, to offer a new view of urban agglomerations and the Pleiad of Glass © The Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague (b. 1941), a prominent sculptor, university teacher, and leading Photo: Chuchle Arena Prague 5–9, 1945, when the Prague Uprising took place, depicting the works of art themselves. Embark on an avant-garde journey cultural personality with an unmistakable influence on the tense situation in the metropolis and showing the heroism of through the "sculptural line" and enjoy this unique summer exhi­ design of public space. He has shown a lifelong interest in liv­ Colorful Nine (Barevná devítka) the inhabitants of Prague. In addition to period photographs, bition. Sportisimo Half-Marathon Prague 2020 ing, moving figurations as well as often trenchant criticism of g 29 Aug q Podviní Park, Prague 9 – Vysočany you can see interesting items from the collection related to the g 6 Sep q Jan Palach Square and the city centre pre-Velvet Revolution’s and transformation era’s values. w barevnadevitka.cz events of May. w runczech.com A multicultural festival full of aromas, flavors, colors and Design The Kingdom of Puppets – 100 Years The Prague Half Marathon has long since established itself Jan Kovářík: Colorbond as one of the top traditional sporting events in the metropolis. rhythms. Podviní in Vysočany will once again teem with exotic g to 31 Jan, 2021 q The City of Prague Museum – House at cultures, music, folklore and world specialities. g to 1 Nov q Prague City Gallery – Troja Château, U Trojského Twenty-one kilometers through the heart of historical Prague the Golden Ring, Týnská 6, Prague 1 – Old Town zámku 1, Prague 7 – Troja w ghmp.cz continues to be an annual challenge for runners of all catego­ w muzeumprahy.cz Prague Ice Cream Festival Summer Dyzajn Market Sculptural exhibition of an artist of the younger middle genera­ ries. The race has been moved to Sunday, Sept. 6, 2020, from its The Kingdom of Puppets was established exactly 100 years g 30 Aug q Prague Exhibition Grounds, g 27 & 28 June q Prague Exhibition Grounds, tion who makes colorful sculptures with biological pedigrees. original date of Mar. 28. ago. On Sept. 26, 1920, the curtain first went up and the puppets Prague 7 – Holešovice w pragueicecreamfestival.cz Prague 7 – Holešovice w dyzajnmarket.com He speaks of them as a "mycelium", a growing cell mass. The made by the sculptor Vojtěch Sucharda, backed up by the beau­ th An ice cream extravaganza. Come and taste refreshing delica­ Art, jewellery, fashion, accessories, affordable design, culture, author uses all kinds of modern acrylates and their derivatives 100 Czech Derby tiful stage decorations of Anna Suchardová-Brichová, appeared cies such as gelato, soft­serve, frozen yoghurt, ice rolls, sorbets, music, good food, relaxed atmosphere, friendly environment... to expand his objects into the outdoor space as smoothly as g 6 Sep q Racecourse Prague – Velká Chuchle, in the fairy tale Long, Broad, and Sharpsight. While the exhibi­ and vegan and organic ice creams… Open­air sales exhibition of works by Czech and international possible. Radotínská 69, Prague 5 – Velká Chuchle w velka-chuchle.cz tion presents primarily puppets, visitors will also be able to see designers. The event is free and barrier­free. The absolute pinnacle of the racing calendar as well as the photographs, designs, stage decorations, stage props, and cos­ Burgerfest NO DEMOLITIONS! Forms of Brutalism in Prague richest flat race in the Central European region. A total of eight tumes. It also seeks to present the work of those who breathe g 4–6 Sep q Křižík’s Fountain at the Prague Exhibition Bořek Šípek: Retrospective g to 22 Nov q National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace, races will be run, five of which are included in the highest perfor­ life into puppets. Grounds, Prague 7 – Holešovice w burgerfest.cz g to 27 Sep q Dancing House Gallery, Jiráskovo náměstí 6, Dukelských hrdinů 47, Prague 7 – Holešovice w ngprague.cz mance category. In today's hectic times, the burger has become the symbol of Prague 2 – New Town w galerietancicidum.cz The architecture built in Czechoslovakia throughout the The Jawa Phenomenon fast – and often not very good – food. The mission of Burger­ The largest retrospective exhibition of the leading Czech artist, 1960s–1980s, both glorified and deplored, is a heatedly dis­ Prague Dragon Boat Festival g to 31 July, 2021 q National Technical Museum, Kostelní 42, fest is to prove that even traditional American food, such as the designer and architect is also the last comprehensive exhibition cussed and highly controversial subject. The exhibition presents g 12 Sep q Žluté lázně, Podolské nábřeží embankment 3, Prague 7 – Holešovice w ntm.cz burger, has its place in quality cuisine. The secret? Use high of originals from the artist's depository. On display there are buildings in Prague (including projects in preparation but never Prague 4 – Podolí w dragonboat.cz An engaging look back at 90 years of activity of the most over 250 vases and about 40 items of designer furniture hand­

Jaroslav Róna, Rhinoceros, bronze © Sculpture Line quality, fresh ingredients and prepare them right on­site in front realized) influenced to a lesser or greater extent by Brutalism The oldest dragon boat race in the Czech Republic. Open important Czech motorcycle manufacturer, which significantly of visitors. made personally by the artists. and progressive influences from the West that was forbidden, canoes, over 12 meters long, decorated at the top with a drag­ influenced the field on a global scale. Fifty motorcycles, cars, yet highly inspiring for creators. on's head are rowed to victory in a unique sporting event in trophies from races, and riding equipment are on display, mostly Beer at Náplavka Pleiad of Glass which the team's harmony and cooperation exceed the individu­ from private collections otherwise inaccessible to the public. g q g to 31 Dec q Museum of Decorative Arts, 17. listopadu 2, A Dream within a Dream: Edgar Allan Poe and Art al's performance. 11 & 12 Sep Náplavka – Rašínovo nábřeží embankment, Prague 1 – Old Town w upm.cz in the Czech Lands Classical Music Prague 2 – New Town w pivonanaplavce.cz The exhibition presents modern art glass objects from the g to 22 Nov q National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace, The tasting festival of mini and micro Czech breweries on the extremely valuable collection of the Museum of Decorative Arts Dukelských hrdinů 47, Prague 7 – Holešovice w ngprague.cz embankment will take place on an alternative September date in Prague. It is a collection of the best and most famous studio This exhibition is devoted to reflections of the oeuvre of this year. Brewers will present their best specials and original Prague Symphony Orchestra in the Wallenstein Garden Culinary Events brands. And of course, visitors can also look forward to a variety glass sculptures which illustrate the diverse development of American writer Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849) in Czech art and th Antonín Kratochvíl, Vittorio Storaro, 1990 artistic glassmaking in the second half of the 20 century. the phenomenon of horror and fear in general. The project thus g 26 Aug q Wallenstein Garden, Letenská, Prague 1 – Lesser of culinary delights. Antonín Kratochvíl: Photo Essays includes a wide range of Czech artists. Town w fok.cz Prosecco & Food Festival Blanka Matragi: Timeless g to 18 Oct q Prague City Gallery – House at the Stone Bell, Old Town Square 13, Prague 1 – Old Town w ghmp.cz The concerts in the Wallenstein Garden are kind of a step­ g 12 & 13 Sep q Žluté lázně, Podolské nábřeží embankment 3, g to 31 Dec q Municipal House, náměstí Republiky Square 5, This retrospective exhibition of the Czech renowned photographer Antonín Kratochvíl (b.1947) presents a cross-section of a highly expres­ On the Banks of the Nile ping stone between the old and new seasons of the Prague French Market on Kampa Prague 4 – Podolí w prosecco-food-fest.cz Prague 1 – Old Town w obecnidum.cz sive, suggestive photographic oeuvre by one of the world’s most prominent and significant producers of social documentary photography g to 10 Jan, 2021 q National Museum – Náprstek Museum of Symphony Orchestra FOK, and this time it will be no different. g 14–19 July q Kampa, Prague 1 – Lesser Town th Discover the symbiosis of the Art Nouveau Municipal House Asian, African and American Cultures, Betlémské náměstí 1, The program includes, among others, the "Fateful" 5 Symphony w Dozens of types of prosecco, sparkling wines, street food culi­ and photojournalism. His photographs reflect contemporary human society, often depicting images of deprivation, despair, alienation, francouzskytrh.cz and exclusive haute couture models by world­famous fashion Prague 1 – Old Town w nm.cz by Ludwig van Beethoven as well as choice pieces of popular nary specialties and many other surprising gourmet ideas and pain, sadness and misery, as well as the arrogance of power and its consequences in various parts of the world. They present historical Kampa Island will be once again transformed into a vibrant designer Blanka Matragi, which is particularly popular in the Visit the historical and natural worlds of ancient Egypt and film music. And finally, the cherry on top from the present day: new gastronomic trends await you in the Žluté lázně complex. evidence of modern social and civilization problems of the world and military conflicts, capturing the tragedy of humanitarian and natural French Quarter offering food lovers an extraordinary gourmet countries of the Persian Gulf. disasters. Kratochvíl also imprints his own personal style onto portraits of show-business celebrities. Nubia. You can see unique objects such as canopic jars, music from the popular series Game of Thrones. Free entry. and cultural experience. Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of statuettes and decorated vessels as well as reproductions of French cuisine (e.g. cheeses, sausages, pâtés, olives and olive Birthday Gala Concert and 3x More

two-dimensional images from Egyptian temples and tombs, his­ Photo: National Technical Museum oil, ice cream, crèpes) and fine wines. The atmosphere of the g q 31 Aug Municipal House – Smetana Hall, market will be enhanced by special decorations inspired by the náměstí Republiky Square 5, Prague 1 – Old Town French “tricolore” as well as live music. Exhibitions w nachtigallartists.cz To celebrate its 20th birthday, Nachtigall Artists has organized Čajomír fest Festivals a star­studded gala concert featuring local artists. Sopranos g 15 & 16 Aug q Vyšehrad, V Pevnosti, Prague 2 – Vyšehrad 1796–1918: Art of the Long Century Zuzana Marková and Simona Šaturová, tenors Pavel Černoch w cajomirfest.cz g q permanent exhibition National Gallery Prague – Trade and Petr Nekoranec, and bass-baritone Boris Prýgl will perform A Europe-wide meeting of professionals, laypeople and tea Fair Palace, Dukelských hrdinů 47, Prague 7 – Holešovice their art in the Municipal House accompanied by the Prague enthusiasts. The Old Burgrave’s House is transformed into one w ngprague.cz Symphony Orchestra FOK. Behind the Doors large tea village with dozens of teahouses and a market. More than 450 works represent the scope and composition g 8–16 July q Prague Exhibition Grounds, of the extraordinary exhibition by 150 Czech and international Dvořák Prague 2020 Prague 7 – Holešovice w zadvermi.cz artists in three main chapters: Man, The World, and Ideas. g 4–20 Sep q Rudolfinum, Alšovo nábřeží embankment 79/12, Street theater will liven up Prague. The most original Czech and Therefore, artists of different art opinions and very different Prague 1 – Old Town w dvorakovapraha.cz international ensembles present the best of clowning, circus generations can be seen at the exhibition side by side. The exhi­ From the very beginning the main goal of the Dvořák Prague and all forms of street art. bition’s thematic division made it possible to subdivide it into International Music Festival has been to promote the good many small subgroups of artworks representing independent name of Czech culture via the legacy of the works of Antonín Zero Point (Nultý bod) Festival sections ranging from self-portraits, family and official portraits Dvořák, his contemporaries, and his pupils. And because the g 11–17 July q Invalidovna, Sokolovská 24/136, to paintings of cafés, lively city boulevards, spring landscapes, sole measure of the festival's success is quality, only topflight Prague 8 – Karlín w nultybod.cz mountain lakes or artworks with religious or mythological soloists and conductors and the most internationally­acclaimed The international festival will once again welcome Czech and themes. orchestras and chamber ensembles come together on the international groups in the field of dance and physical thea­ Dvořák Prague concert stages, presenting music by Dvořák and tre. The purpose of the event is to introduce the audience to Michaël Borremans: The Duck other composers of the world to an audience. new provocative and hitherto unexplored genres and trends in g to 26 July q Galerie Rudolfinum, Alšovo nábřeží embank- European theatre in the field of dance, physical theatre and per­ ment 12, Prague 1 – Old Town w galerierudolfinum.cz International Organ Festival forming art. The work of Belgian painter Michaël Borremans (b. 1963) is g 6 Aug–24 Sep q Basilica of St James (Bazilika sv. Jakuba), characterized by disturbingly intense psychological moments. Malá Štupartská 635/6, Prague 1 – Old Town Prague Pride Although the subjects of his paintings are often associated with w auditeorganum.cz g 3–9 Aug q Prague – various venues w praguepride.cz latent violence, they are distinguished by the beauty of their exe­ Solo organ recitals by leading European and Czech artists. Europe's largest LGBT festival creates space for the heterosex­ cution. Borremans’ compositions reveal a great inspiration from Musicians from France, Russia, Poland and Austria, among ual majority to meet with the minority community. The aim of Luděk Marold, The Egg Market in Prague, 1888 © National Gallery Prague 2020 movies and photography. others, will play the famous St James' organ. Photo: Čajomír Fest Bořek Šípek: Retrospective © Dancing House Gallery

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