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The city of Prague is full of mystery, fantastic myths, undiscovered legends, and breathtaking stories. Recently, we have covered the Golem of Prague and its contribution to the history of the Czech Republic. Let’s discover another well-known legend: the Drowned Maid.  Tune in for the historical experience!  The House at the Golden Well If you go to the Old Town, the district full of Gothic architecture,  you can find the House at the Golden Well. Its style is breathtaking, with splendidly decorated facades so that it is easily recognizable among tourists. This is precisely the place where our legend starts.  This particular house is the most decorated one, and the magical spirit still surrounds it even in today’s world.  ThereRead more.

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There are many incredible Czech legends, but the one which might seem the most brightful in these scary COVID times is the silver fish legend. It reminds us all that there is always hope – even when it seems like there is none.             The main character of the Silver Fish legend – one of the most famous legends of the Czech Republic – are Myslík and his family. He was a wealthy man who ran away from Prague after the battle of the White mountain. It was not his decision, but, unfortunately, he did not have much choice. He was living in the center of Prague, in the corner of the two important streets – Žitnà and Spálenà. (TheRead more.

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As you know, the history of the Czech Republic is full of great personalities, unforgettable stories, and legendary events. Today, we decided to dig deeper into the origins of Czech legends and their ever-changing meaning. Do you know any of them? Do you know their purpose? What about the story of Horymír and Šemík? If yes, great job, pals! If not, tune in to read and learn more about it! The legend dates back to the time when the prince Křesomysl was ruling in the Czech lands. The main characters of the myth are the prince, Horymír, the farmer who was living in the countryside near the village Neumětely, and his horse, Šemík, which was incredibly intelligent for an animal.Read more.