Where the Czech Flag Came From
A white band over a red band and a blue triangle. The Czech flag is simple and easy to remember. But where did it come from? Who's the author? Why these colors? And do you…
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Šišky s mákem – potato dumplings with poppy seed
Like any other Czech sweet dish, šišky s mákem will fill you with happiness and calories. It's small potato dumplings coated with ground poppy seed and powder sugar. And once you taste them you'll always want…
Libuše Šafránková, the immortal Cinderella
Czech Republic stood still in 2021 after learning that Libuše Šafránková, one of the most beloved actresses, passed away two days after her 68th birthday. The world knows her as the brave and witty girl…
19 Czech Inventions and Discoveries that Changed the World
These are the Czech inventions and discoveries from which some served the whole world. Industrial machines, musical instruments and even words... (more…)
Legendary Czech Actors
They became famous during their lives and now they are legends that will live forever on the silver screen. Meet these legendary Czech actors. (more…)
What Not to Say to a Czech Person
"Different country, different customs" - this applies anywhere you go. Whilst some faux-pas can be just some cute misunderstandings, others can lead to eternal wrath of the indigenous. And to avoid that wrath in the…
Povidlové taštičky – legendary dessert from potato dough
If you're a regular reader of Czechology, you know that potato dumplings are an essential part of the Czech cuisine. Did you know that potato dough was used to make sweet dishes as well? One…
Czech Flour Guide
There are many types of flour in the Czech Republic and it can be a little overwhelming if you aren't familiar with the local classification of flour. Czech flour doesn't have to be a mystery…
Czech Republic’s Most – Czech Records
What's the highest mountain or the largest city of the Czech Republic or the most elevated castle? Where is the oldest monastery that still serves its purpose and where can you find the tallest Czech…
Asteroid hits Czech Republic in NASA simulation
At the end of April NASA performed a 4-day exercise to rehearse a reaction to a hypothetical asteroid hit. Guess the place of the strongest impact of the asteroid - Czech Republic. (more…)