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The Saint Vitus Cathedral located in Prague Castle was commissioned by Bohemian kings and Holy Roman Emperors such as Charles IV and Premysl Otakar II in the 14th century. The Gothic style cathedral features 21 chapels including the Chapel of Saint Ludmila and was constructed over several centuries under master builders like Matyas from Arras and his successor Peter Parler, utilizing vertical emphasis with arched windows and a strong supporting system between narrow walls.
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The museum was opened in 2008 in a house built in 1905 to connect the Czech Republic and Germany through friendship and love. It aims to show photos so people can find images of deceased relatives, housing a large collection of original negatives in the original home of photographer Franz Seidel, with all furniture and equipment left as it was before his death. The project cost 55 million Czech crowns with support from several partners.
Comenius Spain 2012
The students visited several landmarks in Spain focused on Art Nouveau architecture, including Gaudi's Sagrada Familia and La Pedrera buildings in Barcelona. They participated in workshops and experienced traditional Catalan dances. The trip culminated with a final dinner while taking in views of the Monserrat mountains, allowing the students to learn about Spanish culture and Art Nouveau design.
Cultural exchange
Portuguese sailors were pioneers of European exploration in the 15th-16th centuries, discovering routes around Africa to India and establishing trade with Asia and Japan. Vasco da Gama led the first fleet around Africa to India in 1498, opening an important trade route. Over subsequent decades, the Portuguese explored Southeast Asia and reached Japan, introducing European musical instruments, foods, and concepts like harmony that influenced Asian cultures.
Torre de Belém
The Belem Tower was built in the 15th century as a defensive tower at the entrance to the Tagus River in Lisbon to protect the city. It was decorated in the Manueline style with symbols of King Manuel I's power. Over time, as defenses improved, it lost its defensive role but took on other uses like customs control, a telegraph station, and lighthouse. It also served briefly as a political prison. It is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site that represents an important part of Portugal's history during the Age of Discovery.
Secession (art noveau)2
Art Noveau was a popular artistic style from 1890-1910 that influenced decoration, painting, fashion, and other areas. It used organic motifs like flowers, nature, and the human body. Secession architecture in the Czech Republic featured ornate details and flat surfaces. Notable Czech artist Alfonz Mucha worked in this style. In Spain, Antoni Gaudi was a pioneer of modernism and his highly original buildings like Casa Batlló used curved shapes inspired by nature. His most famous work, the unfinished Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, will be completed by 2026 using only donations.
Cultural exchange
Portuguese sailors were pioneers of European exploration in the 15th-16th centuries, discovering routes around Africa to India and establishing trade with Asia and Japan. Vasco da Gama led the first fleet around Africa to India in 1498, starting a maritime route and establishing Portuguese dominance in trade between Europe and Asia for over a century. The Portuguese introduced many cultural influences to Asia, including new foods, the Portuguese language, musical instruments, and the concept of harmony in music.
Torre de Belém
The Belem Tower was built in the 15th century as a defensive tower guarding the entrance to the Tagus River in Lisbon. It was part of King João II's plan to build fortresses in a triangle formation at the mouth of the Tagus for protection. The tower is decorated with Manueline symbols representing the king's power. Over time, it served various functions including customs control, a telegraph station, and lighthouse, and also as a political prison. It was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.
Portugal history
The Portuguese colonial empire was the first global empire in history beginning in the 15th century. Key dates included Henry the Navigator reaching Cape Vert in 1415 and Bartolomeo Diaz reaching the Cape of Good Hope in 1488, unlocking the route to India. Treaties like the Treaty of Tordesillas in 1494 and Treaty of Zaragoza in 1529 divided the world between Portugal and Spain. Portugal's empire grew through explorers like Vasco da Gama and Pedro Álvares Cabral, and victories over other powers seeking control in places like India and Brazil. At its peak, Portugal's wealthy empire included Brazil, Africa, Asia, and small parts of North America, though it began dis
Portugal history
The Portuguese colonial empire was the first global empire in history beginning in the 15th century. Key dates included Henry the Navigator reaching Cape Vert in 1415 and Bartolomeo Diaz reaching the Cape of Good Hope in 1488, unlocking the route to India. Treaties like the Treaty of Tordesillas in 1494 and Treaty of Zaragoza in 1529 divided the world between Portugal and Spain. Portugal's empire grew through explorers like Vasco da Gama and Pedro Álvares Cabral, and victories over other powers seeking control in places like India and Brazil. At its peak, Portugal's wealthy empire included Brazil and territories in Africa, Asia, and North America, but it began disintegr
Our town Pacov
The document discusses playing games and having fun competitions. A group engaged in recreational activities like games where they challenged each other in a lighthearted manner. They spent time enjoying each other's company through shared play.
Lithuania 1
The document provides information about rural tourism in Lithuania and some of its key geographical features. It discusses Lithuania's largest river (Nemunas) and average annual temperature (6.2 C). It also briefly describes several cities (Vilnius, Trakai) and educational activities (bread making, candle making, quizzes) that occurred during an exchange program with partner schools. Kaunas is noted for its town hall and largest Gothic church, while a cathedral in Vilnius is mentioned.
Lithuania 1
This document provides information about Lithuania and activities that students participated in during a trip there. It notes that Lithuania has unique unspoiled nature popular for rural tourism. Temperatures average around 6.2 degrees Celsius. Important sites visited included Trakai, known for its Gothic castle, and Vilnius. Students learned about making Lithuanian bread and candles. They also participated in a quiz about partner countries and languages and a song evening.
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