by Paul | Jul 9, 2023 | Prague
Last full day in Prague This is our last full day in Prague, we move on tomorrow way out east to Olomouc and Hranice, and then to Ceske Budejovice, before returning home. We decided to focus on places we have not been before. In five trips to Prague, we have yet to...
by Paul | Jul 9, 2023 | Prague
You had me at Krematorium Visiting a cemetery is a look into the past of a culture. A friend of mine says you can tell a lot about a culture by how they treat their dead. We almost always visit a local cemetery. It may sound creepy, but I am not talking about a new...
by Paul | May 31, 2023 | Prague, Czech Republic, Uncategorized
The Plan The primary plan of the day was going to see Zvon #9801, on its barge on the west bank of the Vltava river Orthodox Easter in Prague, The plan was to start with a wonderful breakfast at the Savoy Café, always a joy. Order the “Savoy” Breakfast, you’ll...
by Paul | Mar 11, 2023 | Prague
History Vyšehrad is a castle located in the city of Prague, in the Czech Republic. It is situated on a hill overlooking the Vltava River, and is one of the most important cultural and historical landmarks in the country. The castle dates back to the 10th century, and...
by Paul | Dec 31, 2022 | Prague
Introduction A friend of mine, who is a funeral director, once told me that “You can tell a lot about a culture, by how they care for their dead” Olšanské hřbitovy is a testament to how caring the Czech people are. Olšanské Cemetery is huge, I do not know...
