These are some of these retro items were very common in Czechoslovakia and some of them have been (long) forgotten. How many of them do you know?
Josef Lada, Beloved Illustrator and Writer
Josef Lada was a Czech painter, illustrator and writer whose work touched generations.
Vrkoč
Vrkoč is a very special Czech pastry prepared on St. Catherine’s Day.
St. Catherine (Sv. Kateřina) – Czech traditions on this day
November 25 is the Day of St. Catherine, a day of dance fun and joy organized by women before the Advent fasting.
Joža Úprka, Legend of Moravian Rural Painting
If you’re interested in Czech rural painting, especially from Moravia, the first name you should know is that of Joža Uprka.
Czech Traditions in October
October is the month of transition into autumn and preparation for winter. Let’s have a look at some of the (not only) folkloric traditions.
Golden Bull of Sicily
September 26, 1212 was the day when the Golden Bull of Sicily was issued and the royal title of King of Bohemia became hereditary.
Czech Indian Summer, its seasons and symbols
September brings the Indian summer which can stretch well into October. Read on to learn about its seasons and symbols.
Czech Blueprint and designing it at home
I’d been wanting to make blueprint at home and this summer I finally got to do it!
Czech First Republic Actors and Actresses
These Czech actors and actresses were stars during the period of First Republic.