Czech Republic Local Customs

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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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Currency

by Leipzig

The official currency is the Czech Koruna:1 US$ = 26.47 CZK (June 2003)1 EURO = 31.42 CZK (June 2003)1 GBP = 44.28 CZK (June 2003)

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Unijazz

by krtek

Unijazz yearly organizes three big music festivals: Boskovice, Bohnice and Alternativa

The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival

by krtek

38th Karlovy Vary IFF 2003 (July 4 - 12, 2003)

a little part of the Monastic...

by Mandy23

a little part of the Monastic Avenue

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Shop at the many old antique...

by RamSter

Shop at the many old antique shops,great prices especially on these funny cool plates my mum got.It was pretty cool,and i wa ssuprised with the cleanliness of the streets

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Samarina's Local Custom Tip

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PIVO = beer. the czechs are...

by babeteaser

PIVO = beer. the czechs are known for inventing the beer, the belgians for perfecting it.... nevertheless, we have to honour the pioneers...

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It seems as if the city is...

by sweetea79

It seems as if the city is just bursting out into the new century with a peaceful approach to the future.

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avdb1948's Local Custom Tip

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When asking for information,...

by mazevedo

When asking for information, try the young people. Usually the old one doesn´t speaks.

Top 3 Hotels in Czech Republic

Aria Hotel  Prague

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Grandhotel Brno  Brno

 8 Reviews and 102 Opinions  I have never stayed in this hotel, but i would like to. It has a good reputation and it is located... 

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Ruze Cesky Krumlov Hotel  Cesky Krumlov

 4 Reviews and 63 Opinions  As above (Just wanted to share a few of my photos) Medievil antiquities such as swords and other... 

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Questions and Answers

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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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