Okybača is a nonsensical word created as a result of a mishearing of song lyrics.
Gustav Mahler – Composer, Conductor and Vysočina Native
Gustav Mahler, a brilliant mind of symphonic music, was a native of Vysočina.
Karel Čapek
Karel Čapek was a brilliant Czech writer, the first publisher of the word “robot”, whose work stays relevant even today.
Czech Agricultural Surnames + terms for ancestry search
This is the dictionary of some Czech agricultural surnames and terms to help you understand the meaning behind them.
Walnut Rolls (Ořechové trubičky)
Rolls filled with cream and dipped in a variety of toppings are also a popular Christmas cookies in the Czech Republic. I make these Walnut Rolls or Ořechové trubičky.
Matičky (Advent customs celebrating Virgin Mary)
Matičky is an umbrella term for a series of traditions observed on several dates at Advent and Easter.
St. Ambrose Chases Children
Yes, this is another Czech Advent tradition that involves scaring children! St. Ambrose used to chase children on December 7.
Dostihy a sázky
Dostihy a sázky is a board game of Czech origin and one of the most sold ones in the country. Prepare for hours of fun!
Magic on the Day of St. Andrew
November 30 is the day of St. Andrew or Sv. Ondřej in Czech. This day and night are the perfect time to predict the future!
Svatomartinské rohlíčky
Svatomartinské rohlíčky with delicious walnut filling are prepared on November 11, the Day of St. Martin.