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Europe, with its countless ancient cities, always welcomes visitors with diverse experiences: from cycling through quaint cobblestone streets to exploring magnificent museums. However, amidst this plethora of choices, a Prague-based travel company has dared to introduce a completely new tour: exploring the daily lives of the homeless. A hidden corner of the city, a little-told story, promises to offer visitors profound and emotionally resonant experiences.
Have you ever asked yourself: "When a homeless person lives on the streets, what do each street and each park look like to them? How do they perceive this city?"
A different Czech Republic from the perspective of a "homeless person".
Tereza Jureckova, the founder of Pragulic, shared: "We founded Pragulic with a noble mission: to change society's perception of homeless people. Instead of simply being a travel company, Pragulic is also a social organization where we create unique tours. Our guides, who were once homeless themselves, will take visitors to explore a hidden corner of Prague, helping people better understand the lives and difficulties they face.”
People who were previously homeless, addicted to drugs, or begging are recruited by the company Pragulic to take tourists to visit places they once called "home".
Homeless people become tour guides for tourists.
For four hours, visitors will experience a completely different way of life. With experienced guides, you will explore the hidden corners of the city, search for shelter, ask for food, and face unexpected difficulties. Through this, you will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges homeless people face every day, fostering empathy and appreciation for them. They will share authentic stories and valuable life experiences, helping you understand their hardships, fears, and hopes.
Tereza Jureckova added: "Tourists will have one of our guides as a partner, and through that experience, you can better understand how that person feels on the streets and the difficulties they face."
Tourists can gain a better understanding of the Czech Republic in a simple way.
Thanks to a stable income from working as tour guides, the lives of those who were once homeless have changed dramatically. They not only have a warm home and nutritious meals but also the opportunity to reintegrate into the community. Sharing their stories with tourists not only provides income but also helps them feel valued and recognized by society. Many of them have found joy in their new work, overcome past hardships, and confidently move towards the future.
Pragulic's unique travel program not only provides travelers with profound experiences but also creates a positive impact on the lives of homeless people. This is clear evidence that tourism can be a powerful tool for creating social change. By connecting people from diverse backgrounds, we have together built a more united and welcoming community.
Pragulic's story is a great source of inspiration for those seeking meaning in life. It shows us that, with mutual help and support, we can overcome any difficulty and create miracles.
