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Almost whenever I go for walk in Stromovka park (read the Stromovka article), I end up in Wakata. After healthy walk my body needs some refreshments, my ears need to defrost, and their bar is pleasantly equipped for such occasions. The barmen are always nice, even though it sometimes takes some time before you are served. But who wants to hurry from here? (By the way, dogs are welcome, as in many Prague places.)

True is that I like this bar all year long. It is my anchor in Prague 7 – one of few, scattered all over Prague. So when come in and enjoy this place carved deep in Prague`s DJ history.

And – did I tell you that Wakata also does concerts? Check out the website!

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Wakata club | Bars, Coffee & tea, Music, Relaxing, Snacks | Espresso CZK 25
Malířská 14 | Praha 7 | +420233370518
Sun – Thu 18:00 – 03:00, Fri – Sat 18:00 – 05:00 (Program starts 20:30)

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Communist regimes in Europe (and not only there) have left many visible traces. One of the ways of reminding people of the power Communist Party had and at the same time expressing the loyalty to the USSR was building megalomanic monuments.

Prague was no exception and the construction of Stalin’s monument began in 1949. It was unveiled on May 1st, 1955 (more than 2 years after Stalin’s death!). For more information, see the Wikipedia article. The huge statue which was the world’s largest representation of Stalin was removed in 1962 within the process of de-Stalinisation. Its site wasn’t of any use until 1991 when the controversial metronome was erected.

Local people refer to this place simply as “Stalin” or “Letná” which is the part of Prague where it’s located. The monument consisted not only of the statue but also quite extensive paved area. It was unused and quite deserted until it became popular among street skateboarders, in-line skaters and BMX riders and now it’s one of the most famous places for this kind of activities at least in the whole of Europe. I spent there many days destroying my joints as well…

Now that my skateboard rests somewhere deep in the closet I still like to go there. The site of the metronome offers great view of Prague. Also the area of the monument is surrounded by a large park ideal for walks, picnics or “normal” sport activities.

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Former Stalin’s monument | Relaxing | Free
Letenské sady | Praha 7
24 hours daily

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La Fabrika has shone like the Bethlehem star in the field of art for a couple of years now. A free space for art that is contemporary but comprehensible for a broader public.

La Fabrika does not have a static group of artists, so it is truly a „free space”, as it calls itself. I love to go there see some dance or to modern classical music. There are also all kinds of visual art and other multimedia events. The scope of La Fabrika is really broad and always interesting.

For those who like modern cirkus and performance, one of the most inrteresting projects will be Up End Down or La Putyka.

Want to know what’s up tonight? Check the La Fabrika news!

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La Fabrika | Art & culture, Music, Theaters, Festivals & events
Komunardů 30 | Praha 7
Depends on given programme

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The royal park aka Stromovka (strom means tree) is a a large English style park with a long history. It was probably founded around 1268 by the king Přemysl Otakar II. When it was opened to public few centuries later, it became a popular spot for Prague citizens.

Nowadays Stromovka is one of the most popular parks in Prague. In this case, size really matters – although many people go there, you do not have the feeling that the park is overcrowded. Depending on the season, people are walking dogs and kids, cycling, rollerblading, playing frisbee, having a picnics or chilling out having a nap in the grass (that is my favourite activity there in summer time that I conceal as reading). You can also meet horse riders (there is a riding-hall nearby).

For me, the stay in a park is not complete without some refreshments. Try the place called Vozovna where you can get something to eat or drink. 

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Stromovka | Relaxing | Free
Královská obora | Praha 7
24 hours daily

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The hall number 22 is one of my favourite places where I go regularly –  the vegetable market takes place there. In the season, it is an oasis of fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers from local provenience (although you can also find there imported commodities). The main season is now, of course over, but you still can buy a lot of veggies, fruits and also fresh fish (not every day).

Some people can not understand, why I tend to buy vegetables there if I do not live in the neighborhood. But it´s simple – the rate quality/price comparing to what you can buy in supermarkets is definitely better, in spite of the fact that I like to support local farmers (one note: some are only re-sellers, but you still have plenty of local ones).

Another favourite represents a small stall with authentic Vietnamese food (and would-be Chinese food). The stall is quite well hidden – you will find it in a small side street just under the hall number 8 schedule. Try any kind of phở soup,  bún chả or bún bò khô, it´s delicious! (the stall is closed on Sundays and attention, it might be crowded around lunch time). To compare, you can check out the asian cuisine az SaSaZu, which is a music club and restaurant under one roof.

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Holešovická tržnice | Shopping, Snacks, Restaurants (Asian)
Bubenské nábřeží 306 | Praha 7
06:00 – 20:00 daily

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This tearoom is very dear to me. Perhaps also because I had the possibility to work there and get to know the person who runs the place.

I like it mainly because its atmosphere, the tone of the colors the walls are painted with and the style in which the tearoom is furnished. And of course, not to be missed! It is situated in the tower. So after two cups of the finest tea it is hard to say if it is the height of the mysterious tower or the tea that you are feeling.

The tearoom also serves as a library so you can enjoy your tea with some of the books they offer (some of them are in English).

The Tearoom in the Tower also has really good prices compared to other tearooms in Prague. So if you don’t mind going a little out of the city center, you will not be disappointed.

The Tearoom in the Tower serves sushi but I can also recommend their simple bread with bean spread and vegetables. It is delicious!

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Čajovna ve Věži | Art & culture, Coffee & tea, Music | Pot of Tea CZK 60
Na Výšinách 1 | Praha 7 | +420724593215
Summer 17:00 – 23:00 daily | Winter 16:00 – 22:00 daily

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Get swallowed by a living mechanical organism, moving in the rhythm of ska-punk-rockabilly-techno-drone-dnb-jungle-hip-hop-chill out.

Buy a drink in one the bars and then sit down. I tell you – that’s the best position to admire a fan made of scrap iron and car-exhaust pipes. Lights above the tables consisting of gearboxes, drain pipes and kinetic sculptures of many kinds. All polished and mounted with care, animated with extreme effort and unlimited imagination.

Cross club is truly one of the most original Prague clubs. Gives enough space for whatever I feel like doing. Two stages, a theater and two to three bars are open for all kinds of concerts, poetry readings, exhibitions, and I shall not forget to mention the Ghettolledge – a street university.

Be sure that by your next visit there something will have changed – because the world behind the looking glass is never the same, including the numerous corridors that made you feel like you were lost in the rabbit hole the very first time you entered.

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Cross club | Art & culture, Bars, Music, Theaters | Ticket from CZK 100
Plynární 23 | Praha 7
From 16:00 (until the barman is in sleep) daily

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