Quirky Brno: A Brief Guide, Brno, Czech Republic

Brno is not a place you hear a lot about. It’s the second largest city in Czech Republic, little brother to the capital, Prague. In fact, it’s actually the judicial capital of the country, and with a population of 400,000, about 20% of which is made up by students, it’s small enough to walk around but has a lot going on and lively vibe. It’s also pretty quirky!

Many of the things that make Brno unusual are not immediately visible. Indeed, it’s a city with a lot hidden from view, underground or in secret places. Here is a short guide to some of the most interesting sights in quirky Brno, some above ground and some below.

Certainly Brno does not disappoint visually. The historic centre of the city has been well preserved, the streets and air are clean and the surrounding hills allow for pleasant views out from the city. Here are a few quirky things to see hidden in plain view among all the pretty architecture and manicured gardens.

Smack in the middle of the old town, the Old Town Hall (so-called because the town hall had to move to a larger location in then 1930s) is home to two legends of the city. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).