A book about the true fate of the Tugendhats
Michael Lambek, a descendant of the Tugendhat family, met Mayor Petr Vokřál last Friday, July 28. Photo: Michael Lambek in Brno. // Credit: MMB. Brno, Aug 4 (BD) – Lambek…
Den Brna – Day of Brno 2018
In August the city celebrates the famous successful defense of the city walls against attacks by Swedish troops during the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648). This important defensive victory is celebrated…
Unique treasury room of the Augustinian Abbey opens to public
The opening ceremony of the unique Treasury of the Augustinian Abbey (Augustiniánské opatství) at Mendlovo náměstí 1, took place last Friday. Photo credit: MMB. Brno, Jul 25 (BD) – Inside…
Renovation of Hotel Avion: 37 rooms and terrace with a view on Špilberk
Two years ago, extensive renovation work began on Brno’s Hotel Avion, one of the key works of Czechoslovak functionalism and the most accomplished work of famed architect Bohuslav Fuchs. The…
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…
Historical trams and trolleybuses to return to Brno this weekend
This Saturday, June 23, regular seasonal rides of the historic tram and trolleybus lines H4 and H24 will commence. Weekend operations of historic trams and trolleybuses will be running until…
Orlí “Eagle” Street got its centuries’ old symbol back
Today, only a handful people know that Brno's Orlí Street has carried its name since the 19th century. The whole street was named after a famous inn, housed in number…
Love stops time in Brno…
Every city has its popular meeting points. In Brno, the phallic astronomical clock in Liberty Square is undoubtedly one of them. “The clock has turned into a symbol of love…
Tenth Night of Churches in Brno receives 118,000 visits
Forty-seven places of worship opened their doors to the public on the Night of Churches in central Brno. Photo: The Plague Column in náměstí Svobody // Credit: Casadei Graphics Brno,…
Freedom Square fountain to be in operation by mid-May
The popular fountain, one of the signature structures of Brno’s main square, will be turned on again next week. Photo: @BrnoDaily Brno, May 9 (BD) - Employees of the Public…