“Zde žil a dětná velká svá díla vytvořil Jaroslav Vrchlický v letech?”
That inscription, my friends, on the Pamětní deska Jaroslava Vrchlického plaque tells a fascinating tale. It marks this very building, number 1897 on Rašínovo nábřeží, as a significant place in Czech literary history. Jaroslav Vrchlický, a giant of Czech literature, lived and worked within these walls between 1898 and 1910. Vrchlický, born Emil Bohuslav Frýda, was a prolific writer. His works spanned poetry, drama, and translations, exceeding 200 volumes. Though initially facing harsh criticism towards the end of the 19th century, his legacy as a literary master endures. Created in 1929 by the sculptor K. Šaloun, the Pamětní deska Jaroslava Vrchlického plaque stands as a testament to Vrchlický’s impact on Czech culture. Next time you find yourselves strolling along the banks of the Vltava, remember the words etched on this plaque, a reminder of the literary giant who once called this place home.
Lochkovský potok
Listen closely. Have you ever felt the hush of a hidden stream a secret whispered among the trees? That’s the