Guided Walk to the Oppidum in Hradiště near České Lhotice

A guided archaeological walk to České Lhotice, the only oppidum in eastern Bohemia. Once again, we will set out along the popular trail from Nasavrky, today a thriving Celtic settlement, to Lhotice, the original oppidum where life bustled more than 2,000 years ago. Meeting point: festival entrance.

Terratherapy – Healing with Earth

The ancient Celts believed the earth carries a deep healing power — and natural clays are one of its purest gifts. In the lecture we will talk about their remarkable effects, go through the individual types and show what each is used for. We will also look at different ways of application: on the skin, […]

Depictions of Western and Northeastern Barbarians in Roman Art

The lecture will introduce the audience to Roman ideas about the peoples living on the fringes of the ancient world. Its main focus will be on Roman art and the meaning of depictions of barbarians on Roman monuments and artefacts, including statues, reliefs, and small works of art. However, this will not simply be a […]

Opening of the Czech–Irish Connections Exhibition with Ian Joyce

🍀 This year, the sanctuary at the Land of the Celts will host two exhibitions dedicated to Ireland and Czech–Irish relations. 🍀 Until 31 July, visitors can explore the exhibition UNESCO + Ireland’s Top 10, presenting Ireland’s most important landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, along with other remarkable places well worth discovering. From 1 to 16 August, […]

The World of Luxury: A Magnificent Germanic Jewelry Piece in South Moravia

Mušov – Gateway to the Roman Empire. What could a piece of jewellery reveal? And what did the small objects look like that kept their air of distinction even after centuries? The lectures will take you into the world of prestige, beauty and craftsmanship in southern Moravia during the Roman period. They present magnificent Germanic […]

Brennus and the Conquest of Rome

He stood at the head of the Celts who came to Italy in search of glory, wealth, and a new homeland. A confrontation with the rising power of Rome was only a matter of time. What happened that ultimately led to the burning of the city of Romulus? How did Brennus leave his mark on […]

The Závist Oppidum—Archaeology, Heritage Preservation, and the Public

The Závist oppidum is one of the most important La Tène-period sites in central Bohemia. It also clearly demonstrates that archaeological monuments are not merely subjects of academic research, but also part of the modern landscape, public space, and wider social debate. The lecture will present Závist as a political, settlement, and symbolic centre of […]

Conversation about Bees and Honey

Fascinating facts about the biology and behaviour of the honey bee. Honey is familiar to everyone—but do we really know everything about it?

What It’s Like to Live in a Celtic House 3.0 — New Challenges Ahead!

We are gaining experience — and settlers — coming up with new ideas and putting many theories to the test. How far can you get in Celtic gear in the middle of winter weather? Can we protect our freshly caught trout from hungry cats? Can we cook a true La Tène dumpling? Come, once again […]