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Death of former child star, a time to reminisce
Author: Dominik Lukeš Posted: February 6th, 2009
The death of Czech actress Dana Vávrová reminded of what for many people of my generation was the golden a read more »
Dušičky - November 2 - Czechs remember their dead
Author: Dominik Lukeš Posted: November 3rd, 2007
Dušičky (Little souls) known as All Soul's Day in English is the time of the year that Czechs remember their dead relatives. Many families visit their loved one's graves and leave burning candles. Although officially this is part of the Catholic liturgical calendar, most Czechs don't imbue this read more »
Australians win award for Czech beer
Author: Dominik Lukeš Posted: June 6th, 2008
At least if the judges of the Beer World Cup are to be believed. Czechs aren't always best at making Czech style beer. But it's not just the beer. It's the Czech pub atmosphere that makes the beverage so much fun. read more »
Václav day in Czech land
Author: Dominik Lukeš Posted: September 28th, 2007
Today, 28. září (Sept) is the 'svátek' (Saint's day) of Václav (the Wenceslas of the Prague square and the Christmas carol). There are a plenty of famous Václav's the Czech lands have produced (including the last two presidents). Check out the Wikipedia entries below for more information. Below that a picture from some Václav celebrations in the CR.
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