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Beer!   Prague

Beer!, Prague

 39 Reviews   Statistically Czechs are one of the top beer drinkers in Europe. There are huge species of beer possible to buy in shops. Actually beer here is not only used for drinking, but also to make soaps,... 

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Cemeteries   Brno

Cemeteries, Brno

 1 Review  Do you like cemeteries? I do! They are quiet and peaceful and some gravestones are interesting and there are trees and squirrels etc. From the pictures you can see that normaly people wear black... 

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Language   Prague

Language, Prague

 21 Reviews  In generall czech people are very weak in foreign languages. So if you ask someone for help you may see frowning face. This does not mean any signs of hostility but simply a person does not understand... 

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Absinthe   Prague

Absinthe, Prague

 15 Reviews  Here is the traditional bohemian way to set yourself up with Absinthe: Pour a dose (1-1.5oz) of good absinthe into a short glass. Place a sugar cube on a perforated spoon rested on top of your glass.... 

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Sights   Prague

Sights, Prague

 27 Reviews  I guess we all agree on this on; there is nothing more exciting than going travelling - exploring another country, experiencing a different culture, travelling around in new ways, sampling the local... 

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In restaurant   Prague

In restaurant, Prague

 22 Reviews  When you enter a restaurant, if you are alone or in a small group they will often seat you at the end of an already occupied table. though some might see this as a devious attempt at deprivation of... 

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Theatres   Prague

Theatres, Prague

 12 Reviews  When I was in Prague in the spring of 2011 the theaters were prominently displaying this poster urging people to "dress appropriately for the theatre". I thought this was a funny poster because the... 

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Bohemian Glass   Prague

Bohemian Glass, Prague

 5 Reviews  Shopping: Bohemian Glass. This is everywhere. Some has a lot of multiple cuts, but I prefer lesser work (like Waterford Glass). Of course, everyone to their own. Either way the quality is excellent... 

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Some modesty please   Prague

Some modesty please, Prague

 6 Reviews  I've read comments and reviews of some people on travel sites about rudeness. For instance, some staff or hotel personnel are rude or not helpful at some hotels in Prague, like reception lacking... 

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Czech food

by Bjorgvin

The Czech Republic, landlocked and Mid-European, reflects the culinary influences of neighboring countries. Imported and adapted to Czech cuisine is f.ex. sauerkraut and dumplings and roasted meats from Germany, schnitzels from Vienna, goulash from Hungary, sour vegetables, pickles, sour cream etc. from other eastern neighbours. Yes, the Czech cuisine is quite heavy! One popular Czech dish is roast pork served with sauerkraut and dumplings; another is goulash (beef in rich gravy) with dumplings thick as sliced bread, and roasted duck or braised beef with thick and creamy sauce. The most popular vegetables are potatoes, tomatoes, cabbage, cucumbers and plenty of mushrooms. Freshwater fish from south Bohemia (trout and carp) is served in good restaurants. Dumplings are everywhere, even as desserts filled with fruit. Other popular desserts: apple strudel, crepes filled with fruit or sweet...

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Czech wine

by Bjorgvin

The Czech Republic is a wine growing country. The first recorded mention of wine production in the country dates back to the year 276 in connection with the Roman legions in Moravia. And the best wines come from Moravia. Frankovka is a bitter red and Rulandske a dry white. The Melnik vineyards in Bohemia also produce good wine.

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Understanding Czech Culture

by Svetobeznik

Mobility of Czech population is very small. Even in times of growing regional unemployment people are reluctant to move after work. This is partly caused by the shortage of rent-controlled housing but also by the strong attachment many people have to the place where they grew up.Personal space is also smaller. Status Czechs are by nature egalitarian and frown on status and its outward representation. Knowledge and ability are more worthy of respect. Czech proverb šaty dìlaj èlovìka (clothes make a man) is very representative of this belief. So is the importance attached to academic titles. The elderly have certain prerogatives by virtue of their age, for example, younger people are expected to relinquish their seats on public transportation.Czech dress code is different from western standards. In general, Czechs frown on shabby or unruly clothing and disregard for appearance. However,...

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I would recommend learning...

by Jsemsquash

I would recommend learning some of the language...basics like hello-ahojgoodbye-Na Schledanou, and How much is that?-Kolik to stoji?It really helps, and it is a lot of fun. I was always proud when I could carry a small converstaion in Czech. The natives are also very supportive, and they seemed pleased that I was interested in learning their language. That was awarding.

Always try to pay with czech...

by prazacek

Always try to pay with czech currency first (Koruny [Crowns], international code - CZK, Czech code - Kc).It is better in making deals and in payments. When someone doesn't want Crowns 1. something is wrong and don't make a deal with that person, 2. you have to pay in Euro or Dollars - mostly in luxury hotels. Czech restaurants don't accept Euro or Dollars when paying a bill. You can use a credit cards in many of better restaurants (3 stars and more), but BE CAREFUL, never let teh waiter to go with card 'somewhere in backroom', it is possible that they'll copy the card and you'll loose all your money and nobody will know how!

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about foreign languages: german vs english

by call_me_rhia

What I'm going to write is probably not too flattering for Czechs but: Piotr, because he's Polish, was generally not treated too gently - on the other hand, because I obviously sound like a foreigner (basically because I speak German and not Polish), was treated like a queen: he was annoyed, and this made my day: Poland 0, Switzerland 1. As a general remark, in Trutnov at least, German takes you farther than English.

Most people speak a little...

by Nexus7

Most people speak a little english in Western Europe especially the touristy places. People do not in the Czech Republic. Hand signals are key. You might benefit better staying near your hostel until they can suggest things, because people there don't know what you are saying. Some of the people do not like flashy American culture so beware of being ignorant. They are not as westernized.

Do not carry on loud...

by Alcinoe

Do not carry on loud conversations in public places, Czechs find this annoying. Speak softly. Do not be aggressive or overly insistent with Czechs. Be polite. One should behave like this everywhere, of course, but Czechs seem to have less tolerance than average for loud, aggressive behavior.

Easter in Czech...

by Zuzka

Easter in Czech republicPainted eggs, baked lamb (cake, not real), welcoming of sping, the whip... More photos in my Travelogue Easter.Very comprehensible and interesting info about the Easter in our country is here.

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CZECH MEN.....According to...

by siti_aminah

CZECH MEN.....According to Czech custom, it is impolite to refuse a man's invitation for a first dance, unless you want to dance with a broomstick, ha,ha,ha,ha,ha.....And if the Czech men interested in the women (love at first sight), he will invite her for a drink. If he has a special feelings for her, the invitation will be for dinner. However, not only single Czech men are doing so, sometimes unhappily married men also hunt for a new partner. The difference between happily married men and unhappily married men is that happily married men put on their wedding rings.

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  2. Brno Local Customs
  3. Karlovy Vary Local Customs
  4. Cesky Krumlov Local Customs
  5. Ostrava Local Customs
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  7. Olomouc Local Customs
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  11. Ceske Budejovice Local Customs
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  22. Lednice Local Customs
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Q:  Recently on a travelers documentry they shot a lot of footage of the town square and I noted many tables with large umbrella,s... 

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A: Likely just the restaurant using outdoor sidewalk space during the summer months. I remember having a nice meal at one of these places in Kutna Hora, as well as many... 

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