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Kurdějov, one of the oldest winegrowing communities in the country
South Moravia is well-known for its wine, which has been produced there at least since thirsty Roman soldiers far from home began doing so in the 2nd century. Move forward…
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Making dreams come true
Some people dream of travelling around the world, others want to bring the world to their native village. In this week’s edition of Panorama we meet three Czechs who have…
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Prague marks 120 years of the electric tram
It was exactly 120 years ago this week that Praguers got their first ride in an electric tram. Today they are a staple of the city’s hilly streets and state-of-the-art…
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Chernobyl disaster led to return of almost 2,000 ethnic Czechs
This Tuesday marks 25 years since the shock of the Chernobyl disaster, when Reactor 4 at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine exploded, sending previously unseen…
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Bechyně: an idyllic town in southern Bohemia
Southern Bohemia is home to some of the most beautiful and idyllic destinations in the Czech Republic - from the historic town of Tábor to the jewel that is Český Krumlov…
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Rare copy of work by John Amos Comenius found in Vienna shop
Josef Koller is a collector of antique prints who has devoted much of his life to finding rare and valuable books. During a recent stroll through Vienna, he walked into a…
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Young artist exhibits "radiovka" cycling helmets
The "radiovka" beret, known for its little antenna-like tassel on top may not exactly be the height of fashion but the beret does have a long tradition in the Bohemian and…
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Czechs explore the Russian Far East in a 17-year old Skoda
In mid-June, two adventurous travellers from southern Bohemia hopped into their 17-year old Skoda Rapid and sped off. 12,900 kilometres later, Petr Goldmann and Petr…
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Bechyne: an idyllic town in southern Bohemia
Southern Bohemia is home to some of the most beautiful and idyllic destinations in the Czech Republic - from the historic town of Tabor to the jewel that is Cesky Krumlov…
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100 years ago Buffalo Bill and his "Wild West" show performed in Moravia
This Saturday marks one hundred years since William Frederick Cody - more famously known as Buffalo Bill - first visited Moravia with his famous "Wild West" touring…