Br(u)no: The Mythology of Brno
Photo: Brno Days 2018. Credit: K. Xagorari. Everybody likes a story. A beginning, a conflict, a resolution — it is hard-wired into all of us on a subconscious level. That…
Opening of 2019 Boating Season and Open Day for Boat Transport
Brno Transport Company (DPMB) prepares the annual opening of the boating season, with something special to commemorate the 150th anniversary of public transport in Brno. Photo credit: Casadei Graphics. Brno,…
Christmas Markets in Brno: “Svoboďák” and Dominikánské náměstí
The promise of holidays, a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, and food for both the stomach and eyes… those are the main attractions of Brno’s Christmas markets. This year, the markets…
Brno Christmas Mugs Decorated by Local Street Artist
The Christmas Markets will open in Brno on Friday. The Tourist Information Centre (TIC) has released this year's official Christmas merchandise, decorated by Brno’s street graffiti artist Timo. Photo credit: Barbora Tatarová.…
Czech Statistical Office Reports a Record Number of Tourists in South Moravia
The number of guests at accommodation facilities in the South Moravian Region increased by 6% compared to the third quarter of 2017. Photo credit: Brno, Nov 12 (BD) - According to…
“The Park under Petrov” Celebrates 200 Years this Week
Denisovy Sady, the park under Brno’s St. Peter and Paul’s Cathedral, celebrated the 200th anniversary of its opening on Thursday 4th October. It was the first urban public park in…
British Student Exploring Brno with his Wheelchair at Summer School
The summer is over and school is about to begin. However, some students took the chance during summer to attend summer school in Brno. Photo credit: Faculty of Arts, Masaryk…
The Second Half of 2018 Starts with Disruptions — Good and Bad
When the calendar flips to its second half there is always a strange week that throws off the daily routine of Brno. Since the disturbance includes Cyril and Methodius Day…
‘Pick-your-own’ strawberry farms now open in South Moravia
Hard work brings satisfaction, peace of mind, and… strawberries! Brno, May 23 (BD) - Strawberries - red, juicy, sweet! Many people enjoy eating fresh strawberries as the season peaks. You can…
Cosmos Discovery exhibition at BVV: Astronauts, cosmonauts and artefacts
The Cosmos Discovery exhibition has landed at Brno Exhibition Centre and was officially opened on Tuesday, May 2. Photo: Mercury // Credit: Organizers, JVS Group Brno, May 6 (BD) -…