#visitczechia

DATE OF VISIT: Sunday 16th March 2025

COMMENTS & HISTORY

DATE: 22nd February 2025

COMMENT & HISTORY:

The Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary (Kostel Nanebevzetí Panny Marie) in Blatná, Czech Republic, is a significant Gothic structure with a rich history closely tied to the development of the town and Blatná Castle.

DATE: Tuesday 18th February 2025

COMMENTS: We have been affected by a very cold spell this month with temperatures, (even in Prague), dropping to -11C and not getting much above freezing during the day.

DATE: 5th January 2025

COMMENTS: The first snow of winter in rural Prague - January 2025

Some monochrome photos of the countryside around Prague during December 2024

DATE OF VISIT: 9th December 2024

COMMENTS: some photos of the the Prague Christmas market 2024

Nový Svět, meaning "New World" in Czech, is a charming and picturesque district located in the Hradčany area of Prague, near Prague Castle. Despite its name, Nový Svět is one of the city's oldest neighborhoods, offering a glimpse into the quaint and quiet side of historic Prague.

Key Features:

1. Architecture and Atmosphere:

DATE: 23rd October 2024

COMMENT: You will see another entry on my site that shows photos and some background to Průhonice Park & Chateau and so I will not repeat what I have written before.

Here are some photographs of the park this week showing the beautiful autumn colours.

DATE OF VISIT: 23rd August 2024

COMMENTS: (CREDIT TO THE NERATOV ASSOCIATION)

The Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, is located approximately 150 kilometres East/North East of Prague and close to the border with Poland. The region of the Czech Republic is called: Rychnov and kněžnou.

DATE OF VISIT: 6th August 2024

COMMENTS/FEEDBACK: 

Loreta, or Loreto (Czech: Loreta), is a significant baroque pilgrimage site located in the Hradčany district of Prague, Czech Republic. It was established in the 17th century and has played an essential role in the religious and cultural history of Prague.