What is celebrated
Commemoration of the arrival of Byzantine brothers Cyril and Methodius to Great Moravia in 863. Moravian Prince Rostislav invited them to spread Christianity in the Slavic language. They created the Glagolitic alphabet (predecessor of Cyrillic), translated the Bible and liturgical texts into Old Church Slavonic, and are now considered the founders of Slavic literature. It became a state holiday in 1990. An important pilgrimage site is Velehrad with the Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.
Opening hours
Open
Stores over 200 m²
Large stores are not required to close on this holiday.
Frequently asked questions
Are stores over 200 m² open on St. Cyril and Methodius Day?
Yes, stores over 200 m² may keep their regular opening hours.
Which stores can stay open?
The following may remain open: gas stations, pharmacies, airport and railway shops, stores up to 200 m², e-shops, and other exceptions.
Legal basis
- • Act No. 245/2000 Coll., on Holidays