Links to interesting and useful websites about Brno, Czech republic

Brno at night

15 most popular articles of 2009

December 14, 2009

These have been the most read articles of the last year.

Silhouette of Parnas

A pic of the day: silhouette of Parnas fountain

October 16, 2009

What a simple idea and pure beauty.

Concert in Brno

Use last.fm to discover concerts and parties

September 22, 2009

You can use social service last.fm to discover what’s going on in the town.

Fall

Roundup of tips and articles for Erasmus students

September 7, 2009

The best articles to read if you are going to study in Brno this fall.

Benassi mocked

Benny Benassi’s Satisfaction mocked at Náměstí svobody sq. (possibly NSFW)

August 11, 2009

New TV ad for construction machinery seller Mátl & Bula is mocking the legendary music video for Benny Benassi’s Satisfaction right in the streets of Brno.

Worn out poster

Pic of the day: worn-out poster in Trnitá

July 24, 2009

Photographer Dalibor Levíček has a beautiful gallery of worn-out ads at the streets of Brno. This image is stunning.

Wedding photo

Pic of the day: one of the most amazing wedding photos ever

July 17, 2009

The photograph was made in Brno – the pair is standing in front of a chapel near Veveří catle.

Brno Now @ Twitter

Get two times more news from Brno: follow us on Twitter, support us on Facebook!

June 22, 2009

Both of the services are bringing you short news and also working as a new communication channel between you and me.

Motor show

Links roundup: Motor show and free hugs

June 19, 2009

I missed the last “free hugs campaign” – but my friend Michal didn’t. I will try to be more active, so we all can get a free hug next time.

Fireworks at Petrov

Photo roundup: This was Ignis Brunensis 09, fireworks festival for 1,574,000 spectators

June 9, 2009

Ignis Brunensis 2010 will start on May 21 and end on June 6 – I’m really looking forward!

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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