5 2.Why do you have to choose Prague?

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Table of Content
1.History,
and more………..……………............4
- Some Culture
History………………………………………..4
History………………………………………….…........…4
 Internship locations……………………………………6
Culture………………………………………….…..…..…5
- Why do you have to choose Calabria?.........................6
2.Why
do you have to choose Prague?..............................6
- La Costa Degli
Dei…………………………………...7
3.Internship
locations
and offers.…………………..…....7
4.About
- Tourism:
the city
50 km
services
of facilities
and, facilities…………..............8
camping, hotels and
Services………….……………………...............................8
Resorts………………………………………………10
Facilities………….……………...…………………...........8
 The experience………………………………………...11
5.Weak and strong points of our culture……………......9
 Excursions………………………………….……….…12
6.Language Survival kit…………...………………........10
 Supportthe
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7.About
internship experience…………….…….....13
8.Accommodation………………………….………..…..14
 Contacts………………………………………………..16
9.Extra activities………………….............................…..15
10.Support……………………………….........................16
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1. History, Culture and more
History
The Czech state, known as Bohemia, was
formed in the late 9th century. One of the
Bohemian kings, Charles IV, Holy Roman
Emperor, made Prague an imperial capital and
a center of Latin scholarship. The Hussite
movement founded by Jan Hus linked the
Slavs to the Reformation and revived Czech
nationalism,
previously
under
German
domination. A Hapsburg, Ferdinand I,
ascended the throne in 1526. The Czechs
rebelled in 1618, precipitating the Thirty
Years' War. Defeated in 1620, they were ruled
for the next 300 years as part of the Austrian
empire.
The defeat of the Austria-Hungary cleared the
way for the foundation of an independent
state
of
Czechs
and
Slovaks. The
Czechoslovak Republic became one of the ten
most developed countries of the world. A
period of twenty years of democracy and
prosperity was ended by the aggression of
Hitler's Germany. The conference in Munich
and the following German occupation in March
1939 brought the end of the independent Czech
state.
After World War II, the restored republic
became part of the Soviet sphere of power. A
period of "limited" democracy was ended by a
Communist takeover in February 1948. All
private property was expropriated and political
and human rights were suppressed. An attempt
to change and humanize Communist totality
and to weaken ties to the Soviet Union failed
when the Soviet Army invaded the country in
August 1968.The gradual decay of the
Communist regime and the Soviet empire, and
the mass protests and demonstrations of the
Czechoslovak people culminated in the
overthrow of the Communist regime in
November 1989.
Prague Castle
November 1989
The changes were confirmed by the election
of Vaclav Havel as president of the
republic. On January 1, 1993, the
Czechoslovak state was peacefully divided
and the independent Czech and Slovak
Republics were founded.
In the following years the Czech Republic
joined OECD (1994), NATO (1999) and
EU (2004). The Czechs have now
completed the transformation of the
formerly centralized state system into a
parliamentary democracy and market
economy.
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Culture
Music is the most popular form of art in
the Czech Republic and there is even a
saying, "Co Čech, to muzikant", which
means "Every Czech is a musician".
Today’s music has its origin in traditional
folk and classical music. Notable czech
composers are Bedřich Smetana, Leoš
Janáček or Antonín Dvořák.
The most famous music festival is called
"Prague Spring" and has been annually
organized since 1946.
Czech literature and culture played a major
role on at least two occasions, when Czechs
lived under oppression and political activity
was suppressed. On both of these
occasions, in the early 19th century and
then again in the 1960s, the Czechs used
their cultural and literary effort to strive
for political freedom, establishing a
confident, politically aware nation. Famous
czech writers are Božena Němcová, Karel
Hynek Mácha or Karel Čapek.
Prague Spring festival
Theatre of the Czech Republic has rich
tradition with roots in the Middle Ages. In
the 19th century, the theatre played an
important role in the national awakening
movement and later, in the 20th century it
became a part of the modern European
theatre art.
Czech cuisine is marked by a strong
emphasis on meat dishes. Pork is quite
common; beef and chicken are also
popular. Goose, duck, rabbit and wild game
are served. Fish is rare, with the occasional
exception of fresh trout and carp, which is
served at Christmas. Aside from Slivovitz,
Czech beer and wine, Czechs also produce
two uniquely Czech liquors, Fernet Stock
and Becherovka. Kofola is a non-alcoholic
domestic cola soft drink which competes
with Coca Cola and Pepsi in popularity.
Two unique Czech dishes are Vepřoknedlo-zelo and Svíčková na smetaně.
“Svíčková na smetaně”
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2. Why do you have to choose Prague?
Prague is the capital and largest city of the
Czech Republic situated in the north-west of the
country on the Vltava river and is home to about
1.3 million people.
Prague has been a political, cultural and
economic centre of Europe and particularly
central Europe during its 1,100 year existence.
The city played major roles in the Protestant
Reformation, the Thirty Years' War, and in 20th
century history, during both World Wars and the
post-war Communist era. Prague is home to a
number of famous cultural attractions, many
of which survived the violence and destruction of
twentieth century Europe. Main attractions
include the following: Prague Castle, the Charles
Bridge, Old Town Square, the Jewish Quarter,
the Lennon Wall, and Petřín hill. Since 1992, the
extensive historic centre of Prague has been
included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage
Sites.
Prague boasts more than ten major museums,
along with countless theatres, galleries, cinemas,
and other historical exhibits. Its rich history
makes it a popular tourist destination, and the
city receives more than 4.1 million international
visitors annually.
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3. Internship locations and offers
Prague City Tourism
Here in Prague we can provides
work placements and internships
for students and graduates from
abroad
in different fields of
studies.
The Museum of Czech
Literature
Both in private and public sector companies, NGOs, public
institutions and organizations.
Scarabeus Gallery
We have a long and successful
track record in mobility of
students
and
graduates,
internship/placement schemes and
on
cooperation
between
educational
institutions
and
enterprises.
Fields:
Hotel Aquapalace
Tourism, Catering, Marketing,
Promotion, Communication,
Cultural field, Organizing
events, Translating,
Administration, Business
administration, Management,
Economy, Sales, Production,
Project management,
Education, Information
Technology, Research
Royal Prague Travel
Examples of hosting
organizations in Prague:
Prague City Tourism
Scarabeus Gallery
Royal Prague Travel
The Museum of Czech Literature
Hotel Aquapalace
Cultural centre Plechárna
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Cultural centre Plechárna
4. About the city services and facilities
Services
The public transport in Prague is well
organized and efficient. Some say it’s the best
organized public trasport system in the whole
wide world. It perfectly covers even the furthest
hidden corner of Prague almost non-stop. By
“non-stop” we mean the fact that in Prague there
is so called “noční doprava” (night transport),
that means buses and trams that run also
during the night. The night transport system
works in intervals of 15 minutes (around the
centre) and 30 minutes or more (towards the
suburbs of Prague). The timetable of every
tram, bus and even subway train is posted at
every station, so one knows exactly at what time
to expect their ride.
Facilities
Museums & Galleries
Parks & Gardens
Prague’s metro system consists of 3 lines,
designated by letters and colours.There are
interchange stations at Muzeum (AxC),
Můstek (AxB) and Florenc (BxC). The metro
operates daily between 05:00 and 00:00.Trains
leave stations every 4-10 minutes.
Archaeological Sites
Activity & Fun
Quality Assured Attractions
Trams operate from 04:30 to 00:15 during the
day. The average interval of most trams is from
8-15 minutes.
Religious Sites
Fortifications & Towers
Day and night bus service is very similar to that
of trams. The interval between most buses is 5 –
20 minutes. Buses 501 – 513 provide night
service
Other Historic Sites
Natural Attractions
Local Crafts
UNESCO World Heritage
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5. Weak and strong points of our culture
You’ll probably find difficult to understand or accept that:
 we don’t usually hug or kiss when we meet, but we do it between
close friends.
 pointing at someone with their index finger is considered rude.
 we often take our shoes off when entering a house.
 in general, do not expect older people to speak or understand
English.
But you’ll surely love that:
 Once you get to know Czech people, they are really friendly and
kind.
 You’ll definitely have a lot of fun, enjoy low cost of living and
the atmosphere of beautiful historical city in the heart of
Europe.
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6. Language survival kit
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Asking directions
excuse me, could you tell me how to get to …the bus station/ post office/ the airport
Promiňte, můžete mi říct, jak se dostanu na ...autobusovou zastávku/ poštu/
letiště
I'm looking for … this address
Hledám …
Am i/are we on the right road for …?
Jsem/ jsme na správné silnici do …?
is this the right way for …?
Je tohle správná cesta do …?
do you have a map?
Máte mapu?
can you show me on the map?
Můžete mi to ukázat na mapě?
how far is it to …? the airport/ the bus station
Jak je to daleko na …? letiště/ autobusovou zastávku
Asking for a taxi
do you know where I can get a taxi?
Máte číslo na taxi?
do you have a taxi number?
Máte číslo na taxi?
I'd like a taxi, please
Potřebuji taxi.
sorry, there are none available at the moment
Promiňte, žádné teď není k dispozici.
what's the address?
Jaká je adresa?
I'm at the train/ bus station/ the airport
Jsem na …vlakovém nádraží/ autobusové zástavce/ letišti
how long will I have to wait?
Jak dlouho budu muset čekat?
At the train or bus station
where's the ticket office?
Kde je pokladna?
what time's the next bus/train to …?
Kdy jede další autobus/ vlak do …?
can I buy a ticket on the bus/ train?
Mohu si koupit lístek v autobusu/ ve vlaku?
which platform do I need for …?
Z jakého nástupiště odjíždí…?
could I have a receipt, please?
Mohu dostat účtenku prosím?
can I have a timetable, please?
Mohu dostat jízdní řád prosím?
could you show me where is my stop?
Můžete mi ukázat, kde je moje zastávka?
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On the bus/train
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does this bus stop at …?
Staví autobus v …?
does this train stop at …?
Staví vlak v …?
could you tell me when we get to …?
Můžete mi říct, kdy přijedeme do …?
could I see your ticket, please?
Mohu vidět Vaši jízdenku?
what time do we arrive in …?
Kdy přijedeme do …?
what's the next stop?
Jaká je další zastávka?
At the tourist point or by the streets
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I need help.
Potřebuji pomoc.
where's the …? city centre/ art gallery/ main shopping area/ railway station
Kde je …? centrum města/ galerie/ nákupní centrum/ nádraží
what's the best way of getting around the city?
jaký je nejlepší způsob cestování po městě?
where can I hire a car?
Kde si mohu pronajmout auto?
how do I get to the closest pharmacy?
Jak se dostanu do nejbližší lékárny?
is there a supermarket in the roundabouts?
Je tu v okolí supermarket?
do you have a map of the city?
Máte mapu města?
At the pharmacy
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I'd like to speak to the pharmacist, please …?
Mohu mluvit s lékárníkem prosím?
I'm suffering from … indigestion /diarrhoea
Mám…zažívací potíže/ průjmem.
have you got anything for ? cold sores /a sore throat /chapped lips/ a cough
Máte něco na…opar/bolavý krk/ popraskané rty/ kašel/
can you recommend anything for a cold?
Můžete mi doporučit něco na nachlazení?
can I buy this without a prescription?
Můžu si to koupit bez předpisu?
I'd like some …
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Potřebuji…zubní pastu.
I've got a prescription here from the doctor
Mám tu předpis od lékaře.
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Asking for food/drinks
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do you have any sandwiches? Or any ….…?
Máte nějaké sendviče? Nebo nějaké …?
could we see a menu, please?
Můžeme vidět menu, prosím?
could i/we have .. /some more bread/some water /still or sparkling?
Mohu/ můžeme dostat …. nějaké další pečivo/ vodu – neperlivou/perlivou?
cheers! salute!
Na zdraví!
May i have a ….. please?
Mohu dostat … prosím?
could we have the bill, please?
Můžeme dostat účet, prosím?
can I pay by card?
Mohu platit kartou?
Internet access
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do you have internet access here?
Máte tu přístup k internetu?
do you have wireless internet here?
Máte tu wifi?
what’s the password for the internet?
Jaké je heslo k internetu?
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7. About the internship experience
The experience
The internship is a great opportunity to apply all the theoretical knowledge you learned in the
classroom and get a real-world experience. You’ll gain insight into how a company works and
get to discover which tasks you enjoy the most, which may help you make the right the decision
about your future dream job. Internship experience of students is also valued by employers and
you can definitely score points by proving it during interviews. It will also help you to become
more self-confident and build your network of professional contacts.
have the guide of professionals
learn and practise
meet interesting people
You will
have fun
enhance transversal skills
improve your creative thinking
be absorbed in a working reality
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8. Accommodation
We will take care of our students and provide them with a confortable
accommodation
We have at our disposal , and at yours,
115
above
standard
rooms,
restaurants and a student club in a
new modern building in Prague .
The accommodation for students offer
includes twin-, three- and fourbedded apartments for rent shared
mostly by international students. This
type of living for students grants ideal
conditions in above standard equipment
– own bathroom, fridge, plasma TV,
tables, wardrobes, beds, internet and
common kitchen.
Apart from accommodation and bed,
our dormitories in Prague also provide
other services – there are tennis courts,
football field, fitness center, sauna and
solarium available for students.
The neighborhood also grants various
activities to its students – there is the
Kunratický forest and Šeberák open air
pool not far away. Perfect accessibility
of Prague city center thanks to the
adjacent metro station and other public
transport connection ensures comfortable
living.
Costs for accommodation are covered by
student.
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9. Activities
Services that we offer for students:
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Finding suitable internship according the field of study and previous experience
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Regular contact with employer and supervision of internship
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Help with organizational and administration issues
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Airport pickup
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Assistance with finding accommodation if needed
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Emergency line in case of troubles
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10. Support
In case of inconveniences, we will support you any time you need.
In Any case these are the main numbers to call for emergencies:
General emergency - 112
Fire - 150
Medical Emergency (Ambulance/First Aid) - 155
Prague City Police - 156
Police - 158
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