Mamaison's three outstanding properties,
Mamaison Residence Belgicka,
Mamaison Hotel Riverside and the luxurious
Mamaison Suite Hotel Pachtuv Palace are the perfect starting points to explore Prague this Summer. Inviting, cozy and serene, with superb concierge services, and travel benefits for our guests, Mamaison Hotels can recommend the finest cultural events of the season, and everything else that will enrich your visit to this fine European city.
Prague ranks 7 among the top 10 cities in Europe in 2014, according to Travel&Leisure, the same position occupied by the city in 2013 as well. Cities are usually ranked for sights and landmarks, culture and arts, restaurants, people, and value. Prague has enough of everything. In fact, the city is so rich and diverse, that you need a lifetime to enjoy it at its fullest. But even as a visitor, staying here just for a brief time, you will leave richer.
This Summer, Prague is an open invitation for all lovers of arts and culture.
Prague Proms 2014
The
Prague Proms 2014 is an annual music festival inspired by the BBC Proms in London. For visitors to Prague, this is the best occasion to see the best orchestras, choirs and musicians performing popular symphonies, and concerts, held at the Prague Municipal House, and at the Hybernia Theatre. Of note, the Bratislava Hot Serenaders, performing at Hybernia. The festival takes place between June 21 and July 20.
One World is Not Enough
One World is Not Enough (Jeden svět nestačí), an exhibition of art at the Clam Gallas Palace features XIX Century art treasures from the Patrik Simon collection. The entire month of July the exhibition enables you to admire works by Antonín Machek, Josef Navrátil, Vilém Kandler and many other Czech masters.
Vital Art Nouveau 1900
More treasures of the XIX century will remain on display at the Municipal House from the beginning of July 2014, till the end of December 2015. The Municipal House itself, the location of the Czechoslovak declaration of independence, is a gem of Art Nouveau architecture, and a must-see landmark. Vital Art Nouveau 1900 will show Czech and European Art Nouveau works, on loan from the Museum of Decorative Arts.
Prague Folklore Days
Folklore is often one of the best paths to understanding a destination. Local traditions are always fascinating. This year, July 24-27, you can attend the 8th International meeting of amateur folk groups in Prague, on open air stages at the Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square and Republic Square. The
Prague Folklore Days is the biggest folk dance event in central Europe.
Opera Barocca Summer Festival
The Opera Barocca Summer Festival is the event that closes the Summer. The festival will be held from Friday August 15th till Sunday September 7th at the Clam-Gallas Palace. The multicultural event will feature music, theater, dance and other performances, meant to entertain, but also to raise awareness about the Baroque traditions of the Czechs. Actors, dancers and singers, even some of the guests, will be wearing period costumes. Musicians will perform on authentic Baroque instruments.
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