History

Thomas Alva Edison sculpture in Brno

Sculpture of three giant light bulbs: in memory of Thomas Alva Edison

September 8, 2010

Did you know that the first european theatre lighten up by electrict lightbulb was located in Brno? And that the famous inventor Thomas Alva Edison visited Brno in 1882?

Edvard Beneš with his wife

Edvard Beneš gets a statue in front of the Faculty of revenge (formerly known as the Faculty of law)

April 8, 2010

There are many people who deserve a statue in front of the Faculty of law much more than Beneš does.

Hugo Haas

Ethnic minorities in Brno: Jews

October 15, 2009

History of the Jewish community in Brno, list of famous members, photos of synagogues and links to further sources.

Old Kníničky

Urban decay: destroyed village of Kníničky exposed on the ground of Brno dam

July 13, 2009

The place may be dangerous, but it is stil worth seeing for many people.

1945 in Brno

Photos of battle for Brno reshot in today’s streets

April 24, 2009

Let this small gallery commemorate the bloody days preceding April 26, 1945, when the Red Army conquered Brno.

Accommodation with the best value for money in the town, recommended by Brno Now readers:

For backpackers: Hostel Mitte

Hostel Mitte

  • Located in the historical centre, 5 minutes from main station
  • New and clean hostel (est. 2011) in a cool medieval building, free Wi-Fi and a tiny café serving excellent coffee
  • Beds from €20
  • Alternatives: Hostel Fléda, Iberica

The convenient choice: VV Hotel

Hotel VV

  • Well rated by families with young children
  • Sauna, whirlpool and free parking
  • In walking distance (300 m) to main station, Petrov cathedral and the historical centre
  • Next to the largest downtown shopping mall, Vaňkovka
  • Single room: €49, double room: €64
  • Alternatives: U Šuláka, Pension na Dvořákově

The luxurious choice: Barceló (a.k.a. Comsa Palace)

Hotel Barceló

  • Beautifully restored historical building
  • Right next to the catedral & town's nicest park
  • In walking distance to the best restaurants, cafés, galleries and sightseeings
  • Single bed: €96+, double room: €209+
  • Alternatives: International, Royal Ricc, Hotel Cyro, Grandhotel

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