Beautiful photos of Brno and upcoming photography exhibitions

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Hello anime! Photos from Animefest by Carlos Lopez

May 9, 2012

Look at some great pictures of Brno’s most spectacular event.

Animefest 2011

Animefest 2011 by the camera of Carlos López

May 9, 2011

If you met some strangely dressed people roaming the streets of Brno last weekend… so, here is more!

Hiroshima - Nagasaki

Exhibition of Hiroshima and Nagasaki debris (and photographs) in the Institute of Etnography

October 20, 2010

The Institute of Etnography opened a haunting exhibition this week.

ARTik antique

Guide to antiques and flea markets in Brno

October 19, 2010

No matter if you are looking for an old camera, 19th century postcards or a Czechoslovak army uniform; there are several places in Brno where you can fulfil your sentimental needs.

J. P. Witkin

Decadence now! Bizarre and disgusting photographs of Joel Peter Witkin (NSFW)

September 29, 2010

Joel Peter Witkin is an American photographer (born in 1939), who focuses on bizarre themes. His works have always been provoking and shocking.

Photographers in Brno by Jan Kaláb

Join the Worldwide Photo Walk, meet other photographers and expats

July 19, 2010

The event is being held in 1100+ places all over the world. In Brno, the walk is planned and organized by Carlos Lopez Ramos – you can see some of his galleries here on Brno Now.

Masquerade

Festival of masks: a photo gallery

June 24, 2010

Two weeks ago, Brno Now invited you to a street masquerade. Today, Carlos Lopez Ramos sent me several magical photographs.

Burning beats

Great photos from Burning Beats Factory Party at Zbrojovka

June 18, 2010

Carlos Lopez Ramos has sent me wonderful photos made during the last week’s party in desolated Zbrojovka factory.

Photo by Lukáš Lalinský

Ignis Brunensis 2010: 5 nice photo galleries

June 2, 2010

There are two more fireworks to attend – at Brno dam lake tonight and at Petrov cathedral on Friday.

Untitled photo by Robert Vano

Robert Vano’s “Platinium collection” exhibited in Salon Daguerre

March 31, 2010

Vano is famous for beautiful male and female nudes and for using a rare technique of platinium prints.

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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